Everton won their first game under interim boss Duncan Ferguson on SaturdayEverton are investigating claims of homophobic chanting during Saturday's Premier League game against Chelsea. The abuse is alleged to have been directed at Chelsea fans during the Toffees' 3-1 win at Goodison. Everton have issued a statement confirming they are working with Merseyside Police and equality group Kick It Out on the matter. "Homophobia has no place within our stadium, our club, our community or our game," Everton said. It comes a week after an incident of alleged homophobic chanting by West Ham fans at Chelsea was reported to police.

Source: BBC December 08, 2019 21:45 UTC