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Chelsea charged by FA for discriminatory chanting
Chelsea faces FA charges after fans allegedly made sectarian chants at Fulham match
In brief
Chelsea faces FA charges after fans allegedly made sectarian chants at Fulham match Chelsea FC charged by FA for discriminatory fan behavior during Premier League game Originally reported by BBC Sport.
FA charges issued
Chelsea FC charged by Football Association for discriminatory chanting by fans during their 3-2 win over Fulham on 24 August.
“Chelsea have been charged with breaching FA Rule E21 during the ninth minute of its Premier League fixture against Fulham FC on 24 August.”
Club response
Chelsea acknowledged receiving reports of sectarian chanting from a small portion of fans after their match win.
“The Blues said they do not condone any discriminatory chants, and that fans found guilty would face the strongest possible action.”
FA rule breach
FA alleges Chelsea failed to prevent fans from engaging in discriminatory behavior during the match.
“It's alleged that the club failed to ensure its spectators and/or supporters did not behave in an improper, offensive, abusive or insulting way.”
Past incident
Chelsea previously condemned a fan who targeted Aston Villa's John McGinn with sectarian abuse in 2021.
“In 2021 Chelsea condemned the actions of a fan who was seen on social media aiming sectarian abuse at Aston Villa's Scottish international John McGinn.”
Current league position
Chelsea sits 10th in the Premier League with seven points after five opening games.
“The Blues are 10th in the Premier League on seven points after the opening five games.”
The key point
Chelsea FC charged by FA for discriminatory fan behavior during Premier League game
