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| Antoine Semenyo Bournemouth Striker |
Antoine Semenyo Condemns Racist Abuse During Premier League Opener at Anfield*
Ghanaian international and Bournemouth forward *Antoine Semenyo* has broken his silence after being subjected to *racist abuse* during the *Premier League's opening match* against Liverpool at Anfield on August 15, 2025.
The match, which ended in a 4-2 victory for Liverpool, was briefly halted in the 28th minute when Semenyo reported the abuse to the match officials. Referee *Anthony Taylor* consulted both team captains and managers before resuming play.
A *47-year-old man* was identified and ejected from the stadium. *Merseyside Police* have since confirmed a *hate crime investigation* is underway.
Despite the shocking incident, *Semenyo rose above the hate*, scoring two goals for Bournemouth and becoming a standout performer of the match.
> *“I want to thank everyone—the players, fans, officials, and the football community—for the overwhelming support,”* Semenyo posted on social media.
Both *Liverpool FC* and *Bournemouth FC*, along with the *Premier League* and anti-racism campaigners *Kick It Out*, have issued strong statements condemning the act and pledging full cooperation in the investigation.
This incident highlights the *ongoing issue of racism in football*, and calls have intensified for stricter actions against perpetrators.
*Semenyo's courage and performance under pressure* have drawn praise globally, positioning him not only as a top athlete but a symbol of resilience and unity.
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