AFC Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo has opened up about the Semenyo racism incident that occurred during his team’s Premier League opener against Liverpool at Anfield.

The Ghanaian forward was racially abused by a Liverpool supporter when he approached the touchline to take a throw-in. The match was briefly halted as officials intervened. Police later arrested a suspect linked to the abuse. The man was released on conditional bail and banned from attending football matches.

Reflecting on the painful moment, Semenyo admitted the incident left a lasting impact.

“I think I’m a strong individual, so when things like that happen, I always try to move on. But with the Liverpool incident, it definitely touched a nerve,” he said.

Despite the emotional distress, Semenyo responded on the pitch with remarkable strength. The 25-year-old scored twice in that same match and has since registered ten goal contributions for Bournemouth this season.

His outstanding performances have also played a vital role in helping Ghana qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing his resilience and determination.

Semenyo now aims to continue his impressive form when Bournemouth face Nottingham Forest at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday. Fans will be watching to see if he can once again turn adversity into motivation.