Colchester confirmed after the game that a report of discriminatory language towards one of their players had been made, with the incident now being investigated in line with standard protocols.

The U’s say they will work alongside Walsall, Essex Police and West Midlands Police to establish what was allegedly said and determine whether further action is required.

The League Two game was halted near the end, with Lo-Tutala coming over to the touchline and referee Declan Brown speaking to both U's boss Danny Cowley and his opposite number Lee Grant, after the allegation was made.

Cowley said: "There was something called from the away end.

"It's just horrible and such a sad indictment of our society - we're in the 21st century.

"Come on, we can all do a lot better than that.

"No player should be subjected to that type of abuse.

Colchester United are aware of a report of discrimination against one of our players at this afternoon's fixture against Walsall. We will now work with Walsall and the local authorities to investigate and take any necessary action. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated at Colchester United. Read more: https://t.co/8yhfom7kw8 #ColU

— Colchester United FC (@ColU_Official) October 31, 2026

"It leaves such a horrible taste.

"Nothing against Walsall, at all.

"Every club will have its fair share of idiots and Lee Grant and his staff dealt with it in a really good way, in the best way that they could, in difficult circumstances.

"Tim's a good kid - what a lovely, lovely boy.

"He's a great human being and it's a sad indictment of society."

In a statement, Colchester United said: “Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated and anyone found guilty of such offences will be subject to arrest, or a football banning order.

“No person, in football or in our wider society, should have to be subjected to this discrimination.”

An investigation has been launched following today's match after a report of discriminatory language towards a Colchester United player was made. https://t.co/3rW5QVwVUg https://t.co/V2is8cjJud

— Walsall FC (@WFCOfficial) October 31, 2026

Colchester have also urged supporters who witness or hear discriminatory behaviour at football grounds to report it to the nearest steward or through the Kick It Out Reporting App.

Colchester said they would not be making any further comment at this stage while the matter is investigated.