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Watford investigating allegations of homophobic chanting during Premier League match against Southampton

Watford said in a statement: "We are aware of an incident of homophobic chanting at Saturday's match"; the incident is said to have occurred during the Hornets' 1-0 Premier League defeat by Southampton at Vicarage Road on Saturday

A general view as rain falls during the Premier League match between Watford and Southampton at Vicarage Road on October 30, 2021 in Watford, England.
Image: Watford were beaten 1-0 by Southampton on Saturday

Watford are investigating an allegation of homophobic chanting at their match against Southampton on Saturday.

The incident is said to have occurred during the Hornets' 1-0 Premier League defeat at Vicarage Road.

The club said in a statement: "We are aware of an incident of homophobic chanting at Saturday's match.

"We have spoken to the supporter who reported this and are working with them to identify the individuals responsible.

"We reiterate our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and how to report it."

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