Both players were targets of online attacks in the hours after the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge and shared images of messages they had been sent privately over Instagram. Club statement: Wesley Fofana. — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 21, 2026A club statement added: “We stand unequivocally with Wes. Burnley FC has tonight issued a Club statement in the wake of disgusting online racist abuse directed at Hannibal following today’s Premier League fixture. Saturday’s Premier League game ended level after Burnley’s Zian Flemming headed a stoppage-time equaliser to deny Chelsea, who dominated up until Fofana’s red card.

Source: Express February 22, 2026 08:47 UTC