Chelsea have been charged by the Football Association (FA) over alleged discriminatory chanting by supporters during their Premier League match against Fulham in August.

The FA said Chelsea breached Rule E21 during the ninth minute of their 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage on August 24.

According to the governing body, the club allegedly failed to ensure that its supporters did not engage in improper, offensive, abusive or insulting behaviour.

The FA said the alleged conduct was discriminatory because it included a reference, either express or implied, to religion or belief.

An FA spokesperson said Chelsea had been charged over the alleged incident and would now have the opportunity to respond to the accusation.

Chelsea had previously contacted supporters following the match after receiving multiple reports of sectarian chanting from a section of their fans.

The club said it did not condone discriminatory chanting and warned that supporters found responsible would face the strongest possible action.

Chelsea have previously condemned sectarian abuse involving their supporters. In 2021, the club criticised a supporter who was filmed on social media directing sectarian abuse at Aston Villa’s Scottish international, John McGinn.

The latest FA charge comes as Chelsea continue their Premier League campaign. The Blues have won two of their opening five league matches and currently sit 10th in the table with seven points.