The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) is currently investigating a formal complaint made against a fan after it was revealed that multiple homophobic slurs were directed towards a Collingwood player.
Channel 9's Tom Morris said the incident occurred outside the Collingwood President's Function on Friday night, with the alleged culprit fleeing at half-time.
"I'm told the person the MCC is looking for was wearing a Melbourne scarf and delivered not one, but two homophobic slurs in the one rant," Morris told.
The MCC has launched an investigation into multiple homophobic slurs directed towards the same footballer who was on the receiving end of the Izak Rankine slur.
The alleged culprits were reported to authorities and fled at half-time from the Pies v Dees game. @FootyonNine… https://t.co/c2QlmYwSdS
— Tom Morris (@tommorris32) August 25, 2025
"The incident was reported to ground officials via the anti-social behaviour hotline, but before security could get to the man, it's understood he and his mates left the ground at half-time."
Morris added that the homophobic slurs directed at the Pies player were the same player involved in the Izak Rankine saga during Round 23.
The Adelaide star was suspended for four matches after his indiscretion two weeks ago.
Rankine is still eligible for the 2025 AFL Grand Final, if the Crows lose in the first week of the finals to the Pies next Thursday at Adelaide Oval.
"It's not known what inroads the MCC has made, but given seating outside the particular function room is allocated, it is hoped the investigation won't take long," Morris continued.
"However, it's also thought that these supporters were not entitled to the seats they were in. The AFL and Melbourne are aware of the investigation, while Collingwood was unaware when contacted late today."
