‘Hate is alive and well’: Burnley fan arrested for apparent Nazi salute at Spurs

Three Burnley supporters were arrested on suspicion of discriminatory behaviour after Sunday’s match at Tottenham, the Lancashire club said, with a video appearing to show a visiting fan perform a Nazi salute.

“This is now a police investigation and, collectively, we will work with Tottenham Hotspur, Met Police and Lancs Police on this matter,” Burnley said.

Tottenham said they would support the police with their investigation. Also on Sunday two Brentford players, Rico Henry and Ivan Toney, reported that members of their family had been racially abused at the game at Everton, who said they were assisting Merseyside Police to identify the individual.

Kick It Out’s head of player engagement, Troy Townsend, said on Monday: “We have been made aware of a spate of new alleged antisemitic and racist comments and gestures linked to several clubs over the weekend.

“Whilst investigations are ongoing, we cannot comment on the specifics of cases. However, the events of the weekend once again highlight the fact that hate is still alive and well within football.

“Everton, Burnley and Tottenham all acted swiftly and we commend their energy in addressing these incidents. We hope appropriate and decisive action is taken against all those involved. Our support goes out to the victims. We will not stop fighting until hate is eradicated from our sport. Football is a game for everyone.”