QPR to meet with Anton Ferdinand over John Terry 'racism' remarks
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.QPR will meet with Anton Ferdinand tomorrow to discuss reports he was subject to an alleged racist slur by Chelsea captain John Terry, Press Association Sport understands.
Videos circulated on the internet in the aftermath of yesterday's Barclays Premier League match at Loftus Road, with some claiming the footage shows Terry insulting the Rangers defender using racist language.
Terry has categorically denied making such comments during the west London derby defeat but QPR officials will meet with Ferdinand to discuss whether the defender wants the incident to be investigated.
The incident occurred as Chelsea completely lost their discipline as two sending offs, seven yellow cards and a penalty handed QPR a first win over their arch-rivals for 16 years.
Terry said in a statement released to Press Association Sport last night:
"I've seen that there's a lot of comments on the internet with regards to some video footage of me in today's game.
"I'm disappointed that people have leapt to the wrong conclusions about the context of what I was seen to be saying to Anton Ferdinand.
"I thought Anton was accusing me of using a racist slur against him. I responded aggressively, saying that I never used that term.
"I would never say such a thing, and I'm saddened that people would think so.
"I have known Anton for a long time and spoke to him about it after the game and there was no problem between us.
"I congratulated him on their win. He has not accused me of any wrongful remark.
"It was clear it was all a misunderstanding at the time.
"After the result, I am saddened to be dealing with these wrongful allegations.
"I am the proud captain of one of the most internationally diverse teams in the Premier League and I absolutely believe that there is no place for racism in sport and indeed in any walk of life."
The Football Association refused to comment on the matter when contacted by Press Association Sport.
PA
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments