Arsenal -fans were protested against 'rapists' and 'sexual violence' prior to their match against West Ham on Saturday afternoon.
The Gunners suffered a shock by the hammers after Jarrod Bowen's first half had sealed three points for Graham Potter's side on the Emirates.
While the goal of Bowen stole the headlines, there was also much discussion about the fan protest orchestrated outside the stadium prior to the kick -off.
The Arsenal supporters against sexual violence were seen who held a sign with the text: 'Love Arsenal, hate vendors' outside the Emirates.
The supporters group was then seen to hand out leaflets who further sketched their motives.
One page was: 'Arsenal supporters against sexual violence are an unofficial supporters group that is committed to accountability at the Premier League and her clubs when it comes to tackling sexual violence in sport.
'To date, the Premier League and member Cubs have failed in their duty to protect members of the public, fans and employees in this regard.
'On November 14, 2024 we wrote an open letter because they were signed by more than 8,000 people, who also called the club:
'Offer clear communication to supporters, the Premier League and victims. Provide a genuine promise to suspend a person investigated for criminal offenses. Offer tangible support for victims and their families'.
Last month, the metropolitan police gave a file of evidence to officers of justice about a Premier League footballer who was accused of rape.
Civil servants of the Crown Prosecution Service will now investigate the file before they decide whether they insist on charges, in a development that will cause serious concerns at his club.
The player, who cannot be called for legal reasons, is in the thirty. He continued to play for his side, even though he was initially arrested in July 2022.
He was then further arrested on suspicion of two other rapes, who took place against another woman in April and June 2021.
No further action was taken with regard to those allegations because an element of legislation that would be necessary to present a prosecution was not yet in force.
In February 2023, the football player, a prominent international, was also interviewed with caution with regard to an alleged sexual offense with regard to a third potential victim.
A police spokesperson said: 'Officers investigate officers after a number of reports of alleged sexual offenses between 2021 and 2023.
'A fully file has been passed on to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and continued to work with officers of Justice.
“Those who came to the police continue to receive support from with -officers.” The player club still has to comment on this.
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