The Football Association plans to address the issue of homophobic chants by Manchester United fans that occurred during a recent match against Everton.
The homophobic chant by some Manchester United fans was directed at Everton manager Frank Lampard and related to his previous association with Chelsea Football Club.
United have since condemned any chanting, saying abuse “has no place in football.”
The FA will also, according to the BBC, speak to the relevant authorities before deciding on the course of action to be taken.
The statement from the English football body said:
“We strongly oppose all forms of discrimination and strive to ensure that our game is a safe environment for all, one that truly embraces diversity and challenges hateful behavior both on and off the pitch.”
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In January 2022, the Crown Prosecution Service found the chant in question to be a homophobic slur, stating that fans singing it during matches were committing a hate crime.
Those found guilty may face prosecution.
