EPL support three year ban handed to fan who racially abused Son Heung-min

The Premier League are in full support of the three-year football ban issued to the individual who racially abused Son Heung-min at Selhurst Park in May.

Robert Garland made the racial gesture at the forward after he was substituted in the 89th minute against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on 6 May, 2023.

The 44-year-old football fan pleaded guilty to racially aggravated harassment at Highbury Magistrates Court on August 25.

Garland was £1,384 fine and ordered to carry out 60 hours of unpaid work. Prosecutors also pushed for a football ban to be added to Garland’s sentence.

Such a ban has been approved, meaning Garland will denied access to any regulated match for the next three years.

Additionally, Garland will have to hand over his passport during international fixtures to prevent him heading overseas to catch the action.

The Premier League are in full support of the decision - having taken to social media to make their feelings known.

The Premier League released the following statement: 'The Premier League welcomes the three-year football banning order issued today to an individual who racially abused Son Heung-min at Selhurst Park in May.

'It is vital that those found guilty of discriminatory behaviour are held to account, this punishment sends a clear message that action will be taken and there are consequences.'

The incident in question too place during Tottenham's clash with Crystal Palace earlier this year.

It was evident that Son noticed the spectator as he walked around the pitch after being substituted near the end of the game in May.

Footage of Son's reaction following the incident was caught on camera and circulated on social media before being reported to the clubs.

Palace released a statement shortly after the