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Jack Grealish had a stunner of a day, getting punched by a fan in the first half and then scoring the winner in the second as Aston Villa beat rivals Birmingham City. Following the attack on Aston Villa star Jack Grealish, the FC crew discuss the factors causing a rise in toxic behaviour by fans. Peter Walton calls on his experience to describe how referees can combat racial abuse from fans after an incident involving Raheem Sterling. Rio Ferdinand has told the Daily Telegraph that he fears for the safety of players following a spate of pitch invasions, but questions why calls for sanctions against clubs are not as strong when it comes to them being racially abused. At the weekend, Aston Villa's Jack Grealish was attacked from behind by a Birmingham City supporter, while a fan pushed Chris Smalling as they ran across the field during Manchester United's match at Arsenal. Editors' Picks Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S. ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule Welcome to the FC 100 ESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check it out. Flamengo: Tragedy in the Vulture's Nest On Feb. 8, a fire at an uninspected youth dorm at one of Brazil's highest-earning clubs killed 10 young players. How? The greatest game never played When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina's most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson. - Follow Transfer Talk LIVE - Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores! Former Manchester United and England defender Ferdinand... - Read More, Here