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Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo reported an alleged racist comment from a Liverpool supporter during the Premier League season opener at Anfield. Referee Anthony Taylor halted the match at the half-hour mark after Semenyo brought the incident to his attention.
Sky Sports commentator Peter Drury confirmed the incident during the broadcast. "I am told via the Premier League Match Centre that Antoine Semenyo was the subject of a racist comment from the crowd," he said. "It was Semenyo himself who brought attention to it."
Official response and protocols
Liverpool Echo reports that the incident prompted a two-minute enforced break involving Anfield security staff and documentation by the fourth official. Both managers Arne Slot and Andoni Iraola were briefed about the situation as part of established protocols.
The incident demonstrates the effectiveness of current reporting procedures in football. Semenyo's proactive approach in alerting officials allowed for immediate response during one of the season's most high-profile matches.
Stadium procedures activated
According to Liverpool Echo, an "Operation Anfield exercise" PA announcement was made, lasting approximately ten minutes. The swift official response highlights the Premier League's ongoing efforts to combat discrimination in football.
The match eventually resumed with normal play. Further details about any investigation or follow-up actions are expected to emerge.
Sources used: "PA Media", "The i", "Liverpool Echo" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
