Racial Abuse Halts Liverpool Match: Spectator Ejected, Trial Set for Accused Fan
December 22, 2025
During the Premier League clash between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield on August 15, Semenyo reported racial abuse from a spectator in the Main Stand, prompting play to be halted in the 29th minute and a spectator's ejection.
The referee and club staff were informed of the abuse, leading to a first-half pause after Semenyo raised the incident.
The same match saw Premier League officials confirm the stoppage when Semenyo raised the issue of racial abuse, with the referee Anthony Taylor halting play in the 29th minute and ejecting a spectator.
In the aftermath, Semenyo posted a social media message thanking supporters and highlighting the unity of the football community.
He emphasized resilience and unity within football, thanking teammates, Liverpool players, fans, Premier League officials, and supporters across the sport for standing with him.
Mogan was released on bail with conditions prohibiting direct or indirect contact with Semenyo and bans from attending regulated football grounds, among other restrictions.
Bail conditions also include a ban on contacting Semenyo, staying away from regulated football matches in the UK, and maintaining distance from designated stadiums around kick-off times.
Additional terms prohibit Mogan from referencing Semenyo on social media and from attending regulated football grounds.
Mogan appeared at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court, denying racially aggravated disorderly behaviour, with a trial set for 22 April next year, in which Semenyo is expected to attend.
The accused, Mark Mogan, a 47-year-old Liverpool resident, denied the racially aggravated disorderly behaviour allegations involving Semenyo during the Anfield match.
Mogan, 47, pleaded not guilty at the Liverpool Magistrates’ Court to racially aggravated disorderly conduct toward Bournemouth forward Semenyo.
Bournemouth are scheduled to meet Liverpool again in the Premier League at the Vitality Stadium next month.
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The Athletic • Dec 22, 2025
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The Independent • Dec 22, 2025
Man accused of racially abusing Antoine Semenyo during Premier League match pleads not guilty
The Mirror • Dec 22, 2025
Liverpool fan accused of racially abusing Antoine Semenyo enters plea in court
Oxford Mail • Dec 22, 2025
Liverpool man denies racially abusing footballer Antoine Semenyo