A man was removed from the Liverpool FC away after racial abuse was reported to have been hurled at a Chelsea FC player.
The Metropolitan Police today confirmed that a 64-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence during the match at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, January 2.
The man was identified by fellow Liverpool supporters before being removed from the ground during the match, which finished 2-2.
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It is understood that fans spoke to stewards in the ground and reportedly gave statements to the police at half-time before the man was then ejected from the stadium.
In a statement shared with the ECHO this afternoon, the Metropolitan Police said: "A 64-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a racially abusing a Chelsea player (racially aggravated public order offence) during the match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, 2 January.
"The man was identified by Liverpool supporters and stewards.
"He was taken into custody before being released on bail."
A Liverpool FC spokesperson said: “We would like to place on record our thanks to the supporters who reported this incident to the police.
"Any Liverpool supporter found guilty of discrimination either at Anfield or an away stadium will be subject to the club’s sanctions process which could result in a ban from attending all Liverpool and Premier League games.“
Liverpool FC drew 2-2 against Chelsea in their Premier League clash.
Sadio Mane opened the scoring before Mohamed Salah doubled the visitors' lead shortly after.
Thomas Tuchel's side fought back to draw level before half-time but neither side were able to capitalise and snatch all three points.
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