FA investigates laser pen reports

Hoy’s report could prompt the FA to take further action

Reports that a laser pen was aimed at referee Chris Foy and Manchester City players during Chelsea’s 2-0 win on Sunday are being investigated.

The Football Association says it is awaiting Foy’s match report to see if he refers to any such incidents.

It has also requested information from Chelsea, including any relevant CCTV footage of the match and supporters.

Chelsea themselves say they are aware of the reports and are also looking into the claims.

Incidents of fans aiming laser pens at players and match officials have increased in recent years.

In January 2010, Linfield manager David Jeffrey had one shone in his face during the Belfast derby against Glentoran at The Oval.

A month later, Leeds United claimed their players were targeted with one during a penalty shoot-out in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy tie against Carlisle at Brunton Park.

In March 2008, Uefa fined Lyon £2,520 after then-Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo was targeted with a laser pen during a Champions League.