Gloucester City have condemned reports of an incident involving an unnamed Barrow player being spat at during the full time whistle during their recent fixture.
It came after the Tigers’ recent FA Cup Fourth Round Qualifying match against Barrow at, which the visitors won 2-0 after two second half goals from Thierry Latty-Fairweather and Arian Allen.
Gloucester said in a club statement on X:
Gloucester City AFC is appalled to have received reports of an alleged incident in which a Barrow AFC player was spat at following the full-time whistle during Tuesday evening’s Emirates FA Cup fixture at the KMM Energy Stadium.
The club strongly condemns any form of abusive, threatening or disrespectful behaviour towards players, officials or supporters. Such conduct is completely unacceptable and has no place at Gloucester City AFC.
The club will thoroughly review all available footage to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported incident. Should any individuals be identified as responsible, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken, including stadium bans.
Gloucester City AFC remains committed to ensuring a safe and respectful environment for everyone attending the KMM Energy Stadium.
They return to action on Saturday, as they face Redditch away at The Valley Stadium in the FA Trophy.
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