“A boy of 17 who used Twitter to encourage football fans to sing racist chants has been fined.
The teenager, from Ross-on-Wye, admitted a public order offence and was issued with the £80 fixed penalty notice by police on Friday.
Hereford United Anti-Fascists
Officers said they were taking action to prevent racist incidents at the Cheltenham Town v Hereford United match on Monday.
A large crowd is expected at the second round of the FA Cup at Whaddon Road.
Supt Rob Priddy, commander of the policing operation for the match, said: “Gloucestershire Police, supported by Cheltenham Town Football club, will do everything we can to identify any individuals or groups that engage in racist chanting.
“Where we have evidence to support an arrest we will do so and the individual risks not only a criminal prosecution but also a Football Banning Order, which would last for a minimum of three years.”
He added: “The vast majority of supporters that come to our games at Whaddon Road are able to enjoy themselves in a safe and respectful environment, but sadly there is a very small number whose behaviour is unacceptable and is not welcomed by the football clubs and genuine supporters.”
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Three Counties Antifascists hope that other fans of both local clubs join us in condemning the disgusting racism spouted by this young man. Far-right groups have often used football grounds as areas for recruitment, and as a result we believe that supporter-led anti-racist initiatives are important. We have good links with a number of Hereford United fans and we’re working on links with some Cheltenham fans. Lets kick racism out of football.
3 Counties Anti-Fascist Alliance (3CAFA) 