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Liverpool-Bournemouth match paused after Semenyo subjected to racist abuse
- Liverpool's opening Premier League fixture against AFC Bournemouth at Anfield on August 15, 2025, was briefly interrupted when Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo raised concerns about discriminatory behavior from a spectator.
- The incident occurred about 30 minutes into the match when Semenyo informed referee Anthony Taylor of discriminatory remarks from a Liverpool supporter, prompting the referee to halt the game and inform both managers.
- The pause lasted several minutes during which stadium staff enacted 'operation Anfield,' an anti-discrimination protocol aiming to maintain an inclusive environment according to Premier League guidelines.
- Premier League CEO Richard Masters acknowledged progress against racism in football but emphasized ongoing efforts are needed, while Jamie Carragher called the episode "shocking" given existing campaigns.
- The Premier League announced that it will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident, emphasizing that racism is unacceptable in sport and society, and expressing solidarity with the affected player and the two clubs involved.
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Liverpool fan arrested after allegedly yelling racist remarks at Bournemouth star in shocking situation
A 47-year-old Liverpool fan in a wheelchair allegedly shouted racial slurs at Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo in a stunning scene that led to the game being delayed for several minutes.
The first match of the Premier League season between Liverpool and Bournemouth on Friday (4-2) was interrupted at the 29th minute at the request of the Cherries player, insulted by a Reds supporter.
Eventually a 47-year-old fan was pushed away from the Anfield stadium for racist insults
The Ghanaian professional scored both Bournemouth goals in the opening match against Liverpool and was racially insulted by a 47-year-old man
Antoine Semenyo: Police and Premier League launch probes after Bournemouth striker reports being racially abused by Anfield spectator
Investigations have been launched by police and Premier League officials as a fan was ejected from Liverpool’s Anfield stadium after allegedly hurling racial abuse at a visiting player.
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