Racism in football

Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Five men in court following Paris Metro racism row involving Chelsea fans
Five men facing football banning orders are due to appear in court today after a man was allegedly racially abused by Chelsea fans at a Paris Metro station.
Mar 25, 13:30
 Les Ferdinand and Chairman Tony Fernandes applaud before the Barclays Premier League match between Queens Park Rangers and Liverpool at Loftus Road on October 19, 2014
Les Ferdinand wants Rooney Rule
QPR director of football Les Ferdinand calls for the Rooney Rule to be introduced into the English game.
Mar 24, 19:49
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Five Chelsea fans involved in Paris Metro incident face police banning orders
Five men involved in the racially-motivated attack on the Paris Metro prior to Chelsea's Champions League match with PSG in February face police banning orders from football.
Mar 11, 15:16
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Chelsea victim "can't go to work" following racist abuse on Paris Metro
The man who was racially abused by a group of Chelsea fans at a Paris Metro station says that he cannot work due to the trauma he suffered.
Mar 11, 13:46
Matchwinning goal scorer Danny Welbeck of Arsenal applauds the travelling fans following their team's 2-1 victory during the FA Cup Quarter Final match between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on March 9, 2015
Greater Manchester Police investigate racist tweet aimed at Danny Welbeck
Police are reportedly investigating a racist tweet directed at Arsenal striker Danny Welbeck following Monday night's FA Cup quarter-final win over Manchester United.
Mar 11, 12:57
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Kick It Out reveals reports of discrimination in football have increased
Anti-discrimination organisation Kick It Our reveals that reports of discrimination in football have risen over the last year.
Mar 3, 10:43
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Police confirm seven Chelsea fans come forward following St Pancras incident
British Transport Police confirm that seven Chelsea supporters have come forward in relation to alleged racist chanting at St Pancras International in London.
Feb 26, 12:15
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Police hunt for seven Chelsea fans involved in St Pancras 'racist chanting'
British Transport Police hunt for seven Chelsea supporters who were allegedly involved in racist chanting at St Pancras International train station last week.
Feb 25, 11:59
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Man who was 'racially abused' by Chelsea fans declines Stamford Bridge invite
The man who was allegedly racially abused by Chelsea supporters declines Jose Mourinho's invite to visit Stamford Bridge.
Feb 23, 11:33
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Chelsea fan involved in Paris metro incident denies being racist
A former police office from Northern Ireland denies being racist after he is identified as one of the Chelsea supporters involved in last week's Paris metro incident.
Feb 23, 06:25
A general view of The Amex, or Falmer Stadium, home to Brighton & Hove Albion on September 21, 2011
Brighton & Hove Albion confirm double arrest
Brighton & Hove Albion reveal that one of the two arrests made during yesterday's game against Birmingham City was in relation to a previous racist incident.
Feb 22, 17:28
John Terry celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Marseille on August 28, 2010.
Chelsea stars appear in new anti-racism video after Paris train controversy
Chelsea release a new anti-racism video, at the end of a week in which their fans were involved in racism controversy on the Paris Metro.
Feb 21, 16:08
Chelsea's English defender John Terry passes the ball during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in London on October 5, 2014
John Terry: 'Racism from Chelsea fans unacceptable'
John Terry condemns Chelsea fans that were singing racist songs and preventing a black man from boarding the Paris Metro, describing the behaviour as "unacceptable".
Feb 21, 15:45
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Director of non-League Kendal Town resigns after being charged by FA over racism
The director of non-League Kendal Town resigns after being charged by the FA for making anti-Semitic comments on social media, which he describes as "banter".
Feb 21, 14:08
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Police launch new Chelsea racism probe
Police look into a second allegation of racist behaviour from Chelsea fans following the team's match against PSG.
Feb 21, 11:08
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Two more Chelsea fans suspended following Paris Metro incident
Chelsea announce that two more fans have been suspended following Tuesday's Paris Metro incident when a black man was allegedly racially abused.
Feb 20, 18:37
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Chelsea supporter appears in court on racial harassment charge
A Chelsea fan appears in court on a charge of racial harassment following an incident that allegedly occurred at Stamford Bridge last August.
Feb 20, 18:07
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Chelsea issue apology after Paris Metro incident
Chelsea issue an apology condemning the actions of a group of supporters who prevented a black man from boarding a train on the Paris Metro.
Feb 20, 13:49
Jose Mourinho, manager of Chelsea reacts on the touchline next to Mauricio Pochettino, manager of Spurs during the Barclays Premier League on January 1, 2015
Jose Mourinho: 'Chelsea disgusted after racism incident'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho admits that the club were disgusted after seeing a video of the incident that occurred on the Paris Metro on Tuesday night.
Feb 20, 13:17
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger stands with hands on hips while wearing his ridiculous coat on January 18, 2015
Arsene Wenger slams "pathetic" Chelsea fans involved in Paris Metro incident
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that the Paris Metro incident involving Chelsea fans was "pathetic and dreadful".
Feb 20, 09:34
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Chelsea fan embroiled in racism row "will not return to work" until inquiry ends
Chelsea supporter Josh Parsons, who was embroiled in the Paris Metro racism row earlier this week, appears to have been suspended by his employers.
Feb 20, 06:45
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Chelsea suspend three fans following Paris 'racism' incident
Chelsea suspend three supporters from attending Stamford Bridge following Tuesday's incident in Paris where a black man was allegedly racially abused.
Feb 19, 18:37
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Chelsea fan 'involved in racism incident' described as "gentle boy" by family
The family of a Chelsea fan who was allegedly involved in Tuesday's racism incident in Paris is described as a "lovely gentle boy" by his family.
Feb 19, 17:25
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Chelsea fan in Paris incident emerges as a UKIP supporter?
A Chelsea fan who is alleged to have been involved in the racism incident in Paris reportedly emerges as a UKIP supporter.
Feb 19, 12:25
Caretaker manager Chris Ramsey of QPR gives direction during the Barclays Premier League match between Sunderland and Queens Park Rangers at Stadium of Light on February 10, 2015
QPR boss Chris Ramsey: ''Racist' Chelsea fans not real supporters'
Queens Park Rangers manager Chris Ramsey believes that a group of Chelsea fans deserve punishment if they are found guilty of racist abuse following an incident in Paris.
Feb 19, 10:17
Rio Ferdinand in action for QPR on October 5, 2014
Rio Ferdinand questions football authorities' efforts to combat racism
Rio Ferdinand questions whether the football authorities are doing enough to combat racism following an incident involving Chelsea fans in Paris.
Feb 19, 09:26
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Victim wants 'racist' Chelsea fans "locked up" following Paris Metro incident
The man who was allegedly racially abused by Chelsea fans at a Paris Metro station calls for the perpetrators to be put behind bars.
Feb 19, 09:09
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Chelsea fan defends Paris Metro racism incident
A Chelsea supporter who witnessed a black man being refused entry onto a train in Paris believes that there was a valid reason behind the racist incident.
Feb 19, 06:30
Head coach Fabio Capello of Russia gestures during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Group H match between Russia and South Korea at Arena Pantanal on June 17, 2014
Fabio Capello: 'Arrigo Sacchi is not a racist'
Fabio Capello leaps to the defence of Arrigo Sacchi amid his "too many black players" comments.
Feb 19, 01:09
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
David Cameron describes Chelsea metro incident as "extremely disturbing"
British Prime Minister David Cameron describes the racist chanting of Chelsea fans on a Paris metro as "extremely disturbing and very worrying".
Feb 18, 20:02
Giuseppe Bellusci of Leeds United battles with Cameron Jerome of Norwich City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Norwich City and Leeds United at Carrow Road on October 21, 2014
FA explains decision to clear Leeds United's Giuseppe Bellusci of racial abuse
The FA releases the written reasons behind its decision to drop the racism charge against Leeds United defender Giuseppe Bellusci.
Feb 18, 14:28
FA Chairman Greg Dyke during a media conference on September 4, 2013
Football Association backs Chelsea over alleged racist incident on Paris Metro
The FA backs Chelsea's threat to ban the fans involved in Tuesday's alleged racist incident on the Paris Metro.
Feb 18, 12:08
Chelsea badge is seen on a blue wall ahead of the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Swansea City at Stamford Bridge on December 26, 2013
Police to examine footage of abusive Chelsea fans at Paris metro station
Scotland Yard confirm that they will examine video footage showing a group of Chelsea fans allegedly racially abusing a man at a metro station in Paris.
Feb 18, 11:40
President Joseph S. Blatter looks on during the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Third Place Playoff match between Brazil and the Netherlands at Estadio Nacional on July 12, 2014
FIFA president Sepp Blatter condemns 'shocking' racist incidents
FIFA president Sepp Blatter reiterates that there is absolutely no place for racism in football while reacting to incidents involving Chelsea fans and Arrigo Sacchi.
Feb 18, 10:45
A general view of Stamford bridge is pictured before the start of the UEFA Champions League Group E football match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen on September 13, 2011
Chelsea vow to ban supporters for racist chant on Paris train
Chelsea insist that they will ban supporters who are found guilty of taking part in a racist chant and preventing a black man from boarding a train in Paris on Tuesday.
Feb 18, 02:07
Giuseppe Bellusci of Leeds United battles with Cameron Jerome of Norwich City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Norwich City and Leeds United at Carrow Road on October 21, 2014
Cameron Jerome "disappointed" with FA dropping Giuseppe Bellusci racism charge
Norwich City striker Cameron Jerome admits that he feels "disappointed" that the FA decided to drop the racism charge against Leeds United's Giuseppe Bellusci.
Feb 6, 15:27
Giuseppe Bellusci of Leeds United battles with Cameron Jerome of Norwich City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Norwich City and Leeds United at Carrow Road on October 21, 2014
Football Association drops Giuseppe Bellusci racism charge
Leeds United defender Giuseepe Bellusci has a charge of using racist language towards Norwich City striker Cameron Jerome dropped by the Football Association.
Feb 6, 13:06
Wigan chairman Dave Whelan looks on during the FA Cup Quarter-Final match between Manchester City and Wigan Athletic at the Etihad Stadium on March 9, 2014
Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan banned for six weeks by Football Association
The FA bans Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan for six weeks.
Dec 31, 15:01
Alexander Tonev of Celtic in action against Dinamo Zagreb on October 2, 2014
Aleksandar Tonev: 'I know what I am and I am not a racist'
Celtic winger Aleksandar Tonev issues a statement after losing his appeal against a seven-match ban for racially abusing an opponent.
Dec 17, 18:03
Alexander Tonev of Celtic in action against Dinamo Zagreb on October 2, 2014
Celtic winger Aleksandar Tonev loses seven-match ban appeal
The SFA upholds Celtic winger Aleksandar Tonev's seven-match ban for racially abusing an opponent.
Dec 16, 13:57
Tables
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
CLeicester CityLeicester362211364343077
2Tottenham HotspurSpurs361913467283970
3Arsenal361910759342567
4Manchester CityMan City361971068383064
5Manchester UnitedMan Utd35179943311260
6West Ham UnitedWest Ham351514660431759
7Southampton361691153391457
8Liverpool3515101059481155
9Chelsea351212115548748
10Stoke CityStoke36139143852-1448
11Everton351014115549644
12Watford35128153642-644
13Swansea CitySwansea361110153750-1343
14West Bromwich AlbionWest Brom361011153246-1441
15Bournemouth36118174363-2041
16Crystal Palace36109173646-1039
17Newcastle UnitedNewcastle3689193964-2533
18Sunderland35711174058-1832
19Norwich CityNorwich3587203561-2631
RAston Villa3637262772-4516