His trial is scheduled to take place on April 22 next year, with Semenyo expected to attend the proceedings, the court heard. The incident is alleged to have happened at the Liverpool v Bournemouth fixture in the Premier League on August 15, Merseyside Police previously said. Semenyo reported being racially abused by a spectator during the first Premier League game of the season. Semenyo, 25, scored twice in the second half to help bring Bournemouth back from two goals down at Anfield before Liverpool went on to eventually win 4-2. The Football Association said it was “concerned” about the allegation of racism towards Semenyo and that it would ensure “appropriate action” would be taken.

Source: Express December 22, 2025 16:21 UTC