Africa-Press – Eritrea. Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo was subjected to racial abuse during Friday’s Premier League opener against Liverpool at Anfield. The incident occurred in the 29th minute of the first half, prompting Semenyo to report it directly to the referee, which led to a temporary halt in play.
Despite the distressing episode, the 25-year-old Ghanaian international produced a remarkable response on the pitch. In the second half, he netted twice within a 12-minute spell, helping the Cherries briefly draw level with the reigning champions before Liverpool sealed a 4-2 victory with two late goals.
After the match, Semenyo took to Instagram to share screenshots of further racist abuse he had received online, captioning his post: “When will it stop?” His statement has sparked fresh calls for football authorities and social media platforms to take stronger action against racism, both in stadiums and online.
The incident has drawn condemnation from across the football community, with many praising Semenyo for his resilience and professionalism in the face of such hostility.
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