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› Football News 17.03.2020
Man City Fan Charged Over Racist Abuse At Manchester Derby
Fred later joined United players as they celebrated their 2-1 victory at City's Etihad Stadium
A Manchester City fan has been charged with hurling racist abuse at Brazilian midfielder Fred.
Video filmed during a derby match appeared to show a man making monkey gestures at the Manchester United star.
Greater Manchester Police said they received reports of a fan making racist gestures at City's Etihad stadium on 7 December.
Anthony Burke, 41, of Panfield Road, Wythenshawe, is accused of a racially aggravated public order offence.
United won the match 2-1 after goals from Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.
Mr Burke will appear at Salford and Manchester Magistrates' Court on 15 April.