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FA Reduces Tottenham’s Homophobic Chant Fine to £75,000

The club’s successful appeal halved the original £150,000 penalty imposed for homophobic chanting during a September match at Old Trafford.

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Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Tottenham Hotspur v Arsenal - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - December 16, 2023 Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou of the men's team and chairman Daniel Levy watch the match Action Images via Reuters/John Sibley/File Photo

Overview

  • During the 3-0 win at Old Trafford on September 29, Tottenham fans chanted homophobic slogans targeting Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta and ex-Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount.
  • The Football Association charged Tottenham with misconduct under Rule E21 in November after finding the club failed to prevent improper behaviour referencing sexual orientation.
  • Spurs admitted to both breaches, prompting an independent regulatory commission to impose a £150,000 fine alongside a formal warning and mandated action plan.
  • Tottenham’s appeal on June 19 succeeded in reducing the financial penalty to £75,000, halving the original sanction.
  • The FA’s ruling reflects its intensified efforts to tackle discriminatory conduct, following similar fines imposed on Wolves, Luton Town, and West Ham United.