- An Everton supporter was arrested following alleged racist abuse directed at Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo during Monday’s 3-3 Premier League draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
- A 71-year-old man was bailed by Merseyside Police after being arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence, which was reported by both stewards and fans.
- Manchester City strongly condemned the alleged racist abuse towards Semenyo and also highlighted that Marc Guehi was subjected to vile racist social media posts after making a mistake that led to Everton’s first goal.
- Both Manchester City and Everton issued statements, with City offering full support to Semenyo and Guehi, and Everton reiterating their zero-tolerance policy against racism and discrimination.
- The arrested individual was bailed with conditions, including restrictions preventing him from attending designated sports stadiums during match times.
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Everton fan arrested after alleged racist abuse directed at Man City’s Antoine Semenyo