The winger for Bournemouth, Antoine Semenyo, recounted some of the hatred he had received on social media after reporting an alleged racist incident during the Premier League match against Liverpool.
After the Premier League’s first game was marred by racial taunts, Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo has drawn attention to the extent of the abuse he endures.
Semenyo claimed that a fan had spoken to him during the first half of Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over the Cherries on Friday night. Later, Liverpool issued a statement indicating that the police are currently looking into the claims and denouncing the alleged behavior.
Semenyo courageously continued to play and put on an incredible display, scoring twice in the second half to give Bournemouth a 2-2 lead over the reigning champions. Unfortunately, though, the Ghanaian international later experienced racial taunts on Instagram. Semenyo shared a screenshot of the comment along with the caption, “When will it stop.”
Bournemouth captain Adam Smith talked vehemently about the situation after the match. “Totally unacceptable. I was a little shocked that it occurred in this day and age. He told Sky Sports, “I don’t know how Ant has continued to play and come up with his goals.”
“He’s a little depressed. Something must be done. There has been no impact from taking a knee. We hope he’ll be alright because we’ve been there for him. I would have done that because I wanted him to respond [after scoring]. I would have gone right there. His decision to disclose it to the referee and continue demonstrates what kind of man he is. Ant deserves some credit.
“There’s greater rage. Startled. I told the referee that I wanted him taken out right away, but the police handled it. Ant and the rest of the team received a lot of support from the Liverpool players. I’m furious.
“The Premier League has been taking it seriously once we spoke with them about it. We’re at a loss for what else to do. No one is understanding what we’ve been doing for a while. Ant has had to accept it, and I feel bad for him. It’s shocking that the entire nation is watching.
Liverpool wished to honor the late Diogo Jota, and the event happened on an emotional night at Anfield. The players dedicated the goals to their old teammate, who passed away in a car accident last month, and there was a brief moment of mourning prior to kickoff.
“This is clearly not what we want in football. “This is definitely not what we want at Anfield,” stated Arne Slot, manager of Liverpool. Unfortunately, since we need to discuss the outstanding tribute to Diogo Jota, it is a part of the narrative. Even at Anfield, this should never occur in football.
Andoni Iraola, the manager of Bournemouth, continued: “Antoine and the referee informed us right away. The individual has been identified. It is quite unfortunate that these incidents continue to occur. It’s a beautiful football game, the first of the season, and I have to talk about these things. A great shame.
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