An investigation by police into a racist tweet aimed at England forward Marcus Rashford has resulted in the arrest of a 50-year-old man; the suspect has been released under investigationMarcus Rashford: Man arrested after police inquiry into racist tweet sent to Manchester United and England forwardMarcus Rashford was subjected to racist abuse on social media following England's defeat to Italy in the EURO 2020 finalPolice investigating a racist tweet aimed at Marcus Rashford have arrested and released a 50-year-old man. West Mercia Police said the suspect, from Powick, near Worcester, was detained on suspicion of inciting racial hatred following reports of an inappropriate tweet posted on Sunday. Media reports said the offensive tweet appeared on the account of a youth football coach, who claims his Twitter account was hacked. The man, who was not named by police, has since been released under investigation. "We continue to work with the local football community and have links with the local clubs to ensure that this behaviour is dealt with appropriately."

Source: Sky sports July 13, 2021 15:22 UTC