“We take all forms of abuse and discrimination extremely seriously – whether online or in and around the stadium,” said Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham. “While we are talking about a tiny minority of our supporter base, we must continue to take strong action against abusers who are identified as Arsenal season ticket holders or members, including escalating to the police where appropriate.

“Our aim is to create an environment at Arsenal where everybody feels welcome, and we hope this action serves as a deterrent for those using abusive, threatening, and discriminatory language.”

Arsenal’s main rival, Tottenham, has a large Jewish fanbase who identify themselves as the “Yid army.” As a result, many Arsenal fans have created anti-Tottenham songs and chants that include antisemitic remarks.

In January, a Jewish Arsenal fan faced antisemitic abuse and was called a “dirty f__king yid” as she watched an Arsenal vs Tottenham game at a bar in the United Kingdom. She was verbally harassed and threatened by fellow Arsenal fans when she asked them not to chant an offensive anti-Jewish slur. The bar’s manager then allegedly asked her to leave as Arsenal fans chanted “go home, Yiddo.”