FA hit Hull City with fine as supporters banned for discriminatory chanting during Chelsea clash

Hull City have been fined £30,000 by the Football Association over discriminatory chanting during their FA Cup defeat by Chelsea in February.

The club has also confirmed that three supporters have been banned for at least three years ahead of Saturday’s Premier League meeting between the sides.

Hull City fined after discriminatory chants in Chelsea FA Cup tie

The FA confirmed on Friday that Hull had accepted a charge relating to offensive chanting during the 4-0 defeat at the MKM Stadium, after supporters were repeatedly warned over the stadium PA system and on screens.

Three people were arrested at the time over allegations of homophobic chanting, while the club has since handed out bans of a minimum of three years.

Hull condemned the language “in the strongest possible terms”, describing the chant as a homophobic slur and warning that its use could potentially constitute a hate crime.

The club has now urged supporters travelling to Stamford Bridge on Saturday to ensure there is no repeat, stressing that discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

FGG says: Hull are right to take a firm stance on discriminatory chanting

There is no place for discriminatory chanting in football, and Hull are right to make their position absolutely clear after what happened in February.

The combination of lengthy stadium bans and the FA fine should send a strong message that this behaviour will have consequences, while the club’s warning ahead of Saturday’s game is equally important.

Football grounds should be places where everyone can enjoy supporting their team without being subjected to offensive abuse.