Man City condemn alleged racist abuse aimed at Antoine Semenyo after Everton fan arrested

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6 May 2026 • 12:26 AM MYT
The Independent
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Man City condemn alleged racist abuse aimed at Antoine Semenyo after Everton fan arrested

  • 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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