Fleetwood Town FC said they were disappointed to be made aware of an allegation of racism towards an opposition player.
It is alleged that a Colchester United player was racially abused by a spectator during their EFL League Two home game on Saturday 30 November.
The police are investigating.
A spokesperson said: ‘’We are a community-based football club who pride ourselves on our inclusion and are proud to welcome all to Highbury Stadium.
‘’The club take all reports of discrimination incredibly seriously and are fully co-operating with Lancashire Constabulary who are now investigating the matter.
‘’We stand side by side with the EFL and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game.
‘’Fleetwood Town would encourage anyone who witnesses such behaviour to report via our direct number 07388 997153, via the Kick it Out app or to a steward at Highbury Stadium.’’
In a statement, Colchester United added: ‘’We were very disappointed to hear of an allegation of racism against a Colchester United player during Saturday's game at Fleetwood Town.
‘’We are fully supporting Fleetwood in their investigations along with the police.’’
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