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Homophobic Chants Tarnish FA Cup Match, Arrests Made
14 Feb
Summary
- Homophobic chanting occurred during Hull City vs. Chelsea FA Cup match.
- Spectators were warned via PA system, and CCTV was monitored.
- Multiple arrests were made following the discriminatory chants.

Homophobic chanting cast a shadow over the FA Cup fourth-round fixture between Hull City and Chelsea on Friday. The discriminatory chants led to warnings issued over the stadium's public address system, informing spectators that CCTV footage was being reviewed. Further announcements confirmed that action had been taken, including arrests, though the exact number was not disclosed.
Hull City had explicitly stated its firm stance against any form of discriminatory chanting just prior to the match. The club warned that supporters engaging in such behavior would face severe repercussions, including ejection from the stadium, potential banning orders, and possible criminal prosecution. A fan group has since condemned the chanting as a significant blemish on the sport.




