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13th January 2022
05:45pm GMT
As well as being sentenced to 22 weeks in prison, the 29-year-old was also given a six-year football banning order.
https://twitter.com/gmpolice/status/1481623096947838977Speaking after sentencing, PC Matt Ford said going to a football match "should be an enjoyable experience and people who behave like Saunders did on Monday night take away from that".
"I hope this swift action reassures football fans and those who work in the industry that Greater Manchester Police and the justice system take this issue seriously and take steps to prevent it," he said.
Earlier this week, it was reported that police were investigating racist abuse that was directed at former Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole during Swindon's FA Cup third round match with Manchester City. Swindon apologised to Cole - who is currently a coach with the England U21s and the Chelsea academy - for the incident which occurred while the 41-year-old was part of ITV's presentation team at the County Ground. Related links:Explore more on these topics:
