Footballer Semenyo 'froze' after alleged racist abuse, court told
Summary
Footballer Antoine Semenyo was allegedly racially abused by a Liverpool fan during a Premier League match in August 2025. The accused, Mark Mogan, denies the charges of racially aggravated behaviour, and the case is being heard in Liverpool Magistrates' Court.Key Facts
- The incident happened during a match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at Anfield on 15 August 2025.
- Mark Mogan, 47, allegedly shouted a racist insult at Antoine Semenyo while Semenyo was preparing for a throw-in.
- Semenyo was reportedly "hurt and upset" and informed the referee about the abuse.
- Mogan denies the accusations and claims Semenyo called him a "cripple," which upset him.
- Witnesses said Mogan threw chewing gum that hit Semenyo and behaved aggressively.
- Mogan was removed from the stadium at half-time during the match.
- Semenyo currently plays for Manchester City and has represented Ghana in the World Cup.
- The trial is ongoing, and Semenyo is expected to give evidence via videolink.
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