EPL: Liverpool fan banned from UK stadiums for racial abuse of Semenyo.

A 47-year-old man from Liverpool has been banned from every football stadium in the UK after being arrested on suspicion of racially abusing Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during the opening game of the Premier League season. 

The incident occurred during the match against Liverpool at Anfield on Friday, which was briefly stopped in the first half after Semenyo reported the abuse to the referee.

The suspect was released on bail with conditions that include a ban on attending any regulated football match in the UK and a prohibition on going within one mile of a designated stadium. 

Merseyside Police said are investigating the incident, working closely with Liverpool Football Club.

Despite the incident, Semenyo scored twice for Bournemouth, helping his team come back from two goals down, although Liverpool eventually won 4-2. 

Semenyo praised the football community's response, thanking his teammates, Liverpool players and fans, and Premier League officials for handling the situation professionally. 

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