British media: Two fans were suspended due to racial discrimination in the second round of the FA Cup
talksport reported that racial discrimination occurred in the FA Cup in England and the game was forced to be interrupted.
Sporting Khalsa's match against Hereford FC was interrupted in the 67th minute of a FA Cup second round qualifying match.
Home team Khalsa claimed their goalkeeper Ravan Constable was attacked by racially discriminatory rhetoric from the audience, and the visiting team Hereford subsequently imposed a ban on two fans involved and an investigation is underway.
Regarding this incident, the FA issued a statement saying: "We are very concerned about the allegations of racial discrimination in the second round of the FA Cup. The match was therefore interrupted and the next event schedule will be confirmed in due course. Such incidents are intolerable in our matches. We will work with the match officials, clubs and relevant departments to find out the facts and take appropriate action."
The match was held at Guardian Warehousing Arena, Willen Hall, West Midlands. Both teams issued statements shortly after the game, and Hereford Chairman Chris Ammonds further updated the situation.
"As a club, we are deeply uneasy about the incident that occurred in Sporting Khalsa yesterday. I reiterate that we will not tolerate any form of discrimination and that anyone who has committed this behavior is not welcome to join our fan group. I can confirm that two individuals who have been determined to be involved in yesterday's incident will be immediately banned from the stadium and this ban will continue until the end of the full investigation."
He also mentioned that the police are also investigating the matter, so they cannot comment further, but will fully cooperate with the investigation of all parties involved. He called on people not to speculate online about the identity of the person involved and respect the investigation procedures. Despite the disturbing events yesterday, he was proud of the reactions he saw from supporters, many of whom have come forward to provide information to assist in the investigation. He also thanked supporters for meeting the incident with the club and Sporting Khalsa.
Hereford head coach Paul Caddis explained to the media after the September 13 incident: "We have been working tirelessly as a football club over the past few years to provide the best experience for people. We support Sporting Khalsa and his goalkeeper. I was the first to suggest we should take a stand because I think it's wrong."
Hereford head coach Paul Caddis explained to the media after the September 13 incident: "We have worked tirelessly as a football club in the past few years to provide the best experience for people. We support Sporting Khalsa and his goalkeeper. I was the first to suggest that we should take a stand because I think it's wrong."
Hereford head coach Paul Caddis explained to the media after the incident on September 13 that the racial discriminatory remarks against his goalkeeper Ravan Constable took place in the second half of the FA Cup match against Hereford.
Afterwards, due to spectators' riots, the referee decided to terminate the game in the 67th minute. Khalsa stressed that racism and discrimination have no place in football, and the club prides itself on its diversity and thanks the game officials and Hereford for their assistance. Further updates about the game will be announced at due time.