A man has been charged with racially abusing Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during a Premier League match at Anfield. The incident is alleged to have occurred during Liverpool's 4-2 victory over Bournemouth on 15 August.
Mark Mogan, 47, of Templehill Close in Dovecot, Liverpool, has been charged with a racially aggravated section 5 public order offence. Merseyside Police confirmed the charge in a statement, adding that Mogan has been conditionally bailed and will appear at Liverpool Magistrates' Court on 22 December.
The abuse was reported by Semenyo, 25, who said he was subjected to racist remarks by a spectator. Referee Anthony Taylor stopped play in the 29th minute, and the individual was ejected from the stadium. Semenyo went on to score twice in the second half, helping Bournemouth rally from two goals down before Liverpool eventually won.
Liverpool FC issued a statement in August saying the club was aware of the allegation and condemned racism and discrimination in all forms. The Football Association also expressed concern and said it would ensure appropriate action was taken.
