Chelsea have been charged by the Football Association for alleged discriminatory chants by supporters during their 3‑2 victory over Fulham early in the Premier League campaign.
Following the 3‑2 win at Craven Cottage on 24 August, Chelsea wrote to fans, saying it had received multiple reports of sectarian chanting from a small minority.
The club stressed it condemns any such chants and warned that anyone found guilty will face the strongest possible sanctions. For my money, the club must act swiftly.
An FA spokesperson said: “Chelsea FC is charged with breaching FA Rule E21 during the ninth minute of its Premier League match against Fulham FC on 24 August.”
The allegation states the club failed to prevent its spectators from behaving in an improper, offensive, abusive or insulting manner.
It further claims the conduct was discriminatory, containing an explicit or implied reference to religion or belief.
Back in 2021, Chelsea denounced a fan who posted sectarian abuse aimed at Aston Villa’s Scottish international John McGinn.
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