Liverpool and Jamaica defender Taylor Hinds was subjected to “sexually inappropriate comments” from a fan during her side’s 1-0 win over Arsenal in the Women’s FA Cup on Sunday. Hinds, who was captaining Liverpool, said she heard the comments while receiving treatment for a head injury during Liverpool's 1-0 win.

She and a team-mate reported the comments to officials and a member of the crowd was removed from the stadium.

Liverpool and Arsenal released statements on Monday condemning the abuse Hinds suffered.

Hinds, said it was "hard" to continue playing following the comments and that she is “determined to take a stand.”

"I will not let the actions of one individual ruin what was a fantastic day for the team and our supporters but it is not okay and I was determined to make a stand," the Jamaica defender said.

"It was hard for my mum and dad to not realize what was going on and to find out later what was being shouted at their daughter during a game of football. I'm doing fine and would like to thank my team-mates and everyone at Liverpool for having my back, as well as the match officials for their swift actions and everyone at Arsenal for their assertive actions and backing. Together we can continue to make our sport better both now and for the years to come,” she continued.

Liverpool FC also issued a statement in support of Hinds after the incident.

“LFC condemns all forms of discrimination and we continue to work all year round through our Red Together programme to campaign against it. All players, now and in the future, should have the knowledge that our pitches and stadiums are safe places to play football. We thank Taylor for immediately raising this issue, her teammates and everyone at Arsenal for their swift actions. We will fully support the ongoing investigation.”

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