The Football Association is to investigate alleged homophobic chanting by Manchester City fans during FA Cup win over Chelsea.
The move comes two days after the FA said it will speak with Manchester United after chanting of a similar nature during their win over Everton on Friday.
An FA spokesperson said: “We strongly condemn the use of the term ‘rent boy’ and we are determined to drive it out of our game.
“We continue to work closely with the Crown Prosecution Service, as well as the UK Football Policing Unit, in relation to the use of this term.
“Part of our work in this area has been to provide the relevant authorities with impact statements from LGBTQ+ supporters, detailing how chants of this nature affects their experience and feeling of inclusion at football matches, so that a clearer stance and understanding on the chant can be established.
The alleged chanting occurred during the second half of the third-round tie at the Etihad Stadium, which City won 4-0.
In a statement the club said;
“Manchester City strongly condemns the behaviour of a minority of fans who engaged in discriminatory chanting at today’s match. We are proud to celebrate inclusivity in football and ask all fans to join us in creating a positive environment and atmosphere, where everyone is welcomed, accepted and has a fantastic matchday experience.”
