The opening match of the new season was paused in the first-half after Semenyo reported an alleged incident of racist abuse.

Merseyside Police have confirmed a man has been arrested after Antoine Semenyo reported racial abuse during Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday.

A man was removed from Anfield following reports of racial abuse directed at the Bournemouth winger during the first Premier League game of the season against Liverpool.

Gianni Infantino condemned racist abuse directed at Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo during a Premier League match against Liverpool, saying the world soccer governing body would reach out to the Ghana international to offer their support.

The Premier League has said it will launch a full investigation after Liverpool 's curtain-raiser against Bournemouth at Anfield was halted when visiting forward Antoine Semenyo reported being racially abused by a spectator.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has condemned the racial abuse aimed at Antoine Semenyo and has offered support to the striker.

Antoine Semenyo reported a racist comment from a spectator while preparing for a throw-in during the Liverpool vs Bournemouth match.

Referee Anthony Taylor halted the first half after Semenyo was abused by supporter. The Bournemouth striker preparing to take throw in, was spat on and insulted by fan seated in the disabled section. Officials quickly intervened removing the individual from the stadium.

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