The FA
John Terry charged Friday, 27 July, 2012
The FA has today charged John Terry.
After seeking advice from an external Independent QC, and havingconsidered the evidence and Magistrates' Court decision in the JohnTerry case, The FA has today charged the Chelsea player following analleged incident that occurred during the Queens Park Rangers versusChelsea fixture at Loftus Road on 23 October 2011.
It is alleged that Terry used abusive and/or insulting words and/orbehaviour towards Queens Park Rangers’ Anton Ferdinand, contrary to FArules.
It is further alleged that this included a reference to the ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race of Anton Ferdinand.
This charge is the result of The FA’s long-standing enquiries into thismatter, which were placed on hold pending the outcome of the criminaltrial, and relates to rules governing football only.
During this period John Terry remains available to play for England.
Terry has until 3 August 2012 to respond.
The FA will make no further comment during this time.
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