John Terry charged with racially abusing Anton Ferdinand

CHELSEA defender and England captain John Terry has vowed to clear his name after being charged with racially abusing Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand.

The Crown Prosecution Service have confirmed their intention to prosecute Terry over remarks he made during an altercation with Ferdinand during a match at Loftus Road in October.

Giving his reaction to the announcement, Terry said: “I am disappointed with the decision to charge me and hope to be given the chance to clear my name as quickly as possible.

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“I have never aimed a racist remark at anyone and count people from all races and creeds among my closest friends.

“I will fight tooth and nail to prove my innocence. I have campaigned against racism and believe there is no place for it in society.”

Chelsea have also released a statement defending the player, saying: ““Chelsea Football Club today received notification that the Crown Prosecution Service has charged John Terry with a racially aggravated public order offence.

“John has made it clear he denies the charge and is determined to do all he can to prove his innocence.

“Chelsea FC has always been fully supportive of John in this matter and will continue to be so.

“The club finds all forms of discrimination abhorrent and we are proud of the work we undertake campaigning on this important issue.

“Chelsea will not be commenting further on the subject while the legal process runs its course.”