Police Investigate ‘Abhorrent’ Racist Abuse Of Players

[The Whistler - Nigeria] - 23/02/2026

Police have confirmed they are investigating after four Premier League players were targeted by online racial abuse at the weekend. Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri and Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana both received racist abuse on Instagram after Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. On (…)

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