FA to investigate alleged racist abuse of Birmingham City keeper
Neil Etheridge reported an incident to the referee.
The Football Association will investigate an alleged incident of racism aimed at Birmingham City goalkeeper Neil Etheridge, during their FA Cup fourth round match against Blackburn Rovers.
It's believed Etheridge was abused by fans after he celebrated his side's stoppage time equaliser in the 2-2 draw.
In a statement, the club said: "The Club can confirm that during the second-half of Saturday’s Emirates FA Cup tie against Blackburn Rovers, after the game’s fourth goal, Neil Etheridge reported an incident of racism to the referee.
"Subsequently, the match official, Keith Stroud, delayed the restart and spoke to the head coaches and captains of each side as per competition protocol.
"This will be included in the official’s match report and the Club will assist the FA and the authorities accordingly.
"Blues gives its full support to Neil. There is no room for racism in the game."
In a statement posted on Twitter, the FA said: "We are aware of an alleged incident of racial abuse that was reported to the match official during the Emirates FA Cup match.
"We take all allegations of discrimination extremely seriously and we will be investigating as a matter of urgency."