Manchester City is providing support to Antoine Semenyo after the player recently faced further instances of racial abuse. The 26-year-old Ghanaian forward took to Instagram to share a screenshot of the abusive comment he received, captioning it "It's started again".
This incident follows an earlier one at the start of the season during a match against Liverpool, where Semenyo was racially abused by a supporter, leading to the arrest and charging of 47-year-old Mark Mogan. Mogan has denied the charges and is set to stand trial on April 22.
Both the Premier League and the FA have condemned the latest incident, stating their commitment to addressing racism in the sport and working with relevant bodies to ensure those found guilty face severe consequences, including potential prison sentences and football banning orders. The football community, including Sky Sports, is dedicated to maintaining a hate-free environment, encouraging fans to report any instances of abuse and working towards creating a safe space for all.