Everton fan given three-year ban for racially abusing Burnley player
An Everton fan has been hit with a three-year banning order after being found guilty of using racially abusive language towards Burnley winger Dwight McNeil.
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Deanna Franklin, of Southport, appeared at Sefton Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday in relation to the incident that took place during the Toffees' 3-1 Premier League win over the Clarets in September.
The 43-year-old was ejected from the fixture immediately after a neighbouring supporter reported her behaviour to a steward during the first half of the game at Goodison Park.
Everton, who reacted by suspending Franklin's season ticket, say they have a "zero-tolerance policy towards racial abuse and that hopefully [Tuesday's] conviction will underline that point."