Arsenal bans nine fans for abusive behavior during 2025-26 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:23 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Arsenal has announced the banning of nine fans for abusive behavior during the 2025-26 season. These bans, ranging from one to three years, were issued for offenses including assault, homophobia, racism, and antisemitism. The club is also assisting police with 13 ongoing inquiries into related offenses. Arsenal's chief executive, Richard Garlick, emphasizes the club's commitment to fighting discrimination and maintaining a respectful environment. The club continues its pre-season preparations, facing Como and later Manchester City for the Community Shield.
- •Nine fans banned for offenses during the 2025-26 season.
- •Bans range from one to three years, prohibiting attendance at matches.
- •Club assisting police with 13 ongoing inquiries.
- •Over 17,700 abusive messages identified through a partnership.
- •Arsenal faces Como for pre-season match before Community Shield.
- 12:23 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal ban nine fans for abusive behaviour as club vows to continue fight against discrimination
"Nine fans were banned during the 2025-26 season, as confirmed in figures released by Arsenal on Tuesday
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