Manchester City is providing support to Antoine Semenyo after the player faced further racial abuse this season. The 26-year-old forward recently shared a screenshot of the abuse on his Instagram story, captioning it 'It's started again'. This incident follows a previous one at the start of the season when Semenyo, then playing for Bournemouth, reported being racially abused by a Liverpool supporter during a match. The perpetrator, Mark Mogan, was arrested and charged, with a trial set for April 22.
Both the Premier League and the FA have condemned the latest abuse, reaffirming their commitment to addressing racism in the sport. They have pledged to work with clubs, law enforcement, and social media platforms to ensure that those found guilty of discriminatory behavior face severe consequences, including potential prison sentences and football banning orders.
The football community, including Sky Sports, is united in its stance against hate and abuse, striving to create a safe and inclusive environment for all fans.