Man arrested after Premier League opener halted due to alleged racist abuse

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Saturday, August 16, 2025 04:30:56 PM UTC

A 47-year-old man has been arrested after the Premier League’s season opener on Friday was briefly halted due to alleged racist abuse, local police announced Saturday.

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Man arrested after Premier League opener halted due to alleged racist abuse

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