Leeds United release a statement over an alleged incident in their loss to Arsenal, warning anyone using racist language will be banned from Elland Road for life.
Police have made one arrest after Arsenal reported a fan for alleged racial abuse during their 4-1 Premier League win at Leeds United on Saturday.Play was temporarily paused as officials discussed the incidentLeeds confirmed the arrest, saying the incident occurred in the first half of the match at Elland Road.
Arsenal substitute Rob Holding was pictured talking to the fourth official just after the half-hour mark, before a member of Leeds staff was notified."I can confirm it and it was reported to stadium manager," Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta told reporters after the match.Arteta said the alleged culprit was a "single person" and that the comment was heard by one of Arsenal's substitutes.
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