Liverpool fan arrested following racial abuse of Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo in Premier League season opener

The ugly incident of a fan who racially abused Antoine -Semenyo during Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over Bournemouth has resulted in an arrest. In the 30th minute of the game, Semenyo reported racist abuse of the stands and the match was stopped by referee Anthony Taylor before he resumed while an anti -discrimination message was delivered to the crowd.

On Saturday, the Merseyside police confirmed that a 47-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of committing a racially exacerbated crime. The man has been taken in custody for interrogation. The Premier League also released a statement that the incident would be fully investigated and at the same time offer full support to Semenyo.

“Last night in Anfield will stay with me forever – not because of the words of one person, but because of how the entire football family stood together,” Semenyo wrote on Instagram. “To my Bournemouth teammates who supported me at that time, to the Liverpool players and fans who showed their true character, thanks to the Premier League officials who have dealt with professionally -thanked his best side when it mattered the most.

“The scoring of those two goals felt like speaking the only language that is really important on the field. This is why I play – for moments like this, for my teammates, for everyone who believes in what this wonderful game can be. The overwhelming messages from support from the entire football world remember me why I love this sport. We stay ahead, together.”

During the competition, the Bournemouth wing player reacted with two goals, including an excellent solo -discharge to the kitchen sink that brought the competition level. Although it did not lead to a victory, the performance of Semenyo will be crucial this season for the performance of Bournemouth.