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Swansea fan arrested for alleged racist gesture

Sebastien Bassong spoke to Howard Webb after celebrating his side's fourth goal in the 77th minute.
Sebastien Bassong spoke to Howard Webb after celebrating his side's fourth goal in the 77th minute. Credit: PA

A 23-year-old male Swansea City fan was arrested for a racially aggravated public order offence during the club's Premier League game against Norwich at the Welsh city's Liberty Stadium.

Norwich City centre-back Sebastien Bassong complained to referee Howard Webb that the alleged incident was directed at him after his team scored the goal that clinched a 4-3 win.

A Swansea City spokesman said that the alleged supporter in question was identified "within 10 minutes of the report" after stewards reviewed TV footage. The club said that it abhorred racism and that the matter was with the police.

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Aston Villa confirm appointment of new manager Paul Lambert

Paul Lambert took Norwich to the Premier League from the third tier of English football.

Paul Lambert is the new manager of Aston Villa, the Barclays Premier League club have announced.

"The Board of Aston Villa are delighted to confirm that Paul Lambert has been appointed Villa manager," said a statement on the club's website.

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