Police investigate racial abuse directed at Ashley Cole during FA Cup clash

Sat, 08 Jan, 2022 - 16:56

Rod Minchin, PA

Police are investigating allegations of racial abuse directed at former England star Ashley Cole during an FA Cup third round tie.

Cole, who played for Arsenal and Chelsea during a lengthy top flight career, was part of the ITV broadcast team for the Swindon Town and Manchester City match.

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