Police have questioned two men over allegations of homophobic abuse during Brighton’s win at Nottingham Forest last weekend; a Forest season-ticket holder told Sky Sports he felt unsafe at the game and that it is “concerning” nobody challenged the abuse
Two men have been questioned by police for alleged homophobic abuse during Brighton’s win at Nottingham Forest last weekend.
PC Simon Travell of Nottinghamshire Police – who is the officer designated to Forest – wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: “This afternoon we have interviewed two males re their conduct/actions post match on Saturday.
“Both cases will now be reviewed ahead of a final decision on how they will be dealt with.
“Both expressed remorse and embarrassment for their actions.”
A Forest season-ticket holder who attended Saturday’s Premier League game said the extent of homophobic abuse from fans resulted in “the worst situation I’ve had at a football match”.
Sussex Police confirmed to Sky Sports they were working with their Nottinghamshire counterparts and Forest to “identify and take appropriate action” after two allegations of homophobic abuse were made.
Ten-player Brighton’s controversial 3-2 winsparked wild celebrations from the visitors and unsavoury scenes in the Upper Bridgford Stand, from where a number of home fans directed gestures and insults towards the away end below.