Chelsea have announced that they welcome the FA's decision to investigate homophobic chanting which has been heard in recent weeks, including at the Etihad Stadium and Old Trafford.
Last weekend during the FA Cup third round, some Manchester United fans were condemned by the LGBTQ+ supporters group Rainbow Devils after derogatory chants were aimed at Everton manager and former Chelsea player Frank Lampard. Two days later, these same chants were heard as Manchester City beat Chelsea.
These incidents came following a re-emergence of the chant during Nottingham Forest's draw against Chelsea on New Year's Day. Following the FA's announcement that they will be investigating the use of this insult at matches, the London club released a statement backing the governing body's decision.
