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Chelsea hit with FA charge over discriminatory chanting in Fulham derby clash

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Verri, M. (2026, September 25). Chelsea hit with FA charge over discriminatory chanting in Fulham derby clash. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/chelsea-fc-fa-change-discriminatory-chanting-fulham-b1298384.html

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The FA charged Chelsea with breaching Rule E21 during a match against Fulham on August 24, alleging discriminatory chanting by some fans in the ninth minute of play. After the game, Chelsea warned supporters about the consequences of such behavior, including potential bans from attending matches. The club emphasized their commitment to maintaining a welcoming environment and encouraged fans to help combat discriminatory chants.

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Chelsea FC has been charged by the Football Association (FA) for breaching FA Rule E21 during their Premier League game against Fulham FC on August 24. The alleged incident occurred in the ninth minute of the match at Craven Cottage, where fans are accused of discriminatory chanting. Chelsea acknowledged receiving multiple reports of sectarian chants from a small group of supporters and emphasized that such behavior is not condoned. The club warned that those found guilty would face "the strongest possible action," including potential bans from attending matches. In 2021, Chelsea had previously condemned similar actions by a fan targeting Aston Villa's Scottish international John McGinn.

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A statement from an FA spokesperson read: "Chelsea FC has been charged with breaching FA Rule E21 during the ninth minute of its Premier League fixture against Fulham FC on 24 August. asserted

FC → read → August

It's alleged that the club failed to ensure its spectators and/or supporters did not behave in an improper, offensive, abusive or insulting way. asserted

spectators → allege → way

"It's further alleged that this behaviour was discriminatory in that it included a reference, whether express or implied, to religion or belief." asserted

it → allege → religion

Chelsea wrote to their supporters after the match against Fulham following reports of sectarian chanting. asserted

Chelsea → write → chanting

The club warned that the "strongest possible action” would be taken against those found responsible, including bans from attending matches. asserted

action → warn → matches

"The passion and backing from our fans are vital in achieving a successful season, and we encourage you to continue your vocal support for the team," Chelsea said in an email to fans. asserted

Chelsea → achieve → fans

"Following the fixture, we have received multiple reports of sectarian chanting from a small portion of those in attendance at the match. asserted

we → follow → match

"We would like to strongly remind all supporters that the club does not condone any chants which discriminate against a protected characteristic. asserted

which → like → characteristic

Any supporter found guilty of this will face the strongest possible action, which could include indefinite suspension from attending all Chelsea matches and ejection from the stadium. uncertain

which → find → stadium

"Following previous club fines and charges for chants of this nature, and to ensure that we create a welcoming matchday experience for all, we ask supporters to take collective responsibility and remain vigilant in helping us tackle discriminatory chanting. asserted

us → follow → chanting

Chelsea won their first three matches of the season under new manager Xabi Alonso but have stumbled since then. asserted

Chelsea → win → Alonso

Following a 3-0 loss at Brentford, the Blues currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, already eight points off the pace set by early leaders Manchester City under Enzo Maresca, the former Chelsea boss. asserted

Blues → follow → Maresca

They return to action following an extended three-week international break against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on October 10. asserted

They → return → October

Chelsea hit with FA charge over discriminatory chanting in Fulham derby clash

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