Smith told magistrates he had made a "get back" gesture - which may have been misinterpreted - while sitting alongside his 70-year-old mother during Chelsea's 5-2 victory on September 14 last year. Dudley Magistrates' Court heard evidence from two other Molineux season ticket holders, including one who claimed Smith's gesture appeared to be aimed at black players on the pitch. Ms Gudgeon told magistrates: "Officers were called to the Upper Steve Bull Stand to assist in relation to ejecting the defendant. Passing sentence, chairman of the bench Arthur Wheldon told Smith he would have to serve a four-year football banning order. The magistrates told Smith: "We have heard from two Crown prosecution witnesses who had a clear view of you.

Source: Sky sports February 06, 2020 17:03 UTC