Post by Macmoish on Jan 27, 2012 21:30:47 GMT
And of course all the media are picking up on it
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Football star Anton Ferdinand 'sent a bullet' in death threat 24 hours before FA Cup reunion with race-row rival John Terry
England captain Terry accused of racially abusing Ferdinand during match in October
Court case begins in four days
Police investigating 'malicious communication'
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Last updated at 8:25 PM on 27th January 2012
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Premier League star Anton Ferdinand has been the target of a death threat on the eve of his reunion with race-row rival John Terry.
He was sent a bullet in the post just 24 hours before QPR meet Chelsea in the FA Cup tomorrow, according to Sky News.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: ‘I can confirm we are investigating an allegation of malicious communication received today at Queens Park Rangers football club.
Threats: Anton Ferdinand has been targeted ahead of the match
‘Officers from Hammersmith and Fulham are investigating.’
The report is a chilling echo of when Celtic manager Neil Lennon was mailed a bullet, death threats and parcel bombs earlier this year.
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The revelation could put Ferdinand's planned appearance in the game in jeopardy.
The QPR defender was allegedly the victim of a racist slur from the England captain during October's Barclays Premier League game between the sides.
The players square off for the first time since that game, which QPR won 1-0, and just four days before the court case begins in which Terry stands accused of abusing Ferdinand.
Court case: The moment Chelsea star John Terry allegedly made a racist remark to QPR's Anton Ferdinand
In the dock: Terry faces court next week over the incident
The match has been brought forward to 12pm tomorrow amid concerns from both clubs and the authorities that there could be an incendiary atmosphere.
Playing on: Terry looks certain to appear in tomorrow's game
Chelsea fans have previously been heard chanting: 'Anton Ferdinand, you know what you are.'
QPR manager Mark Hughes said: 'I think we understand what is meant by that.
'If there is inappropriate chanting or behaviour then you get ejected from the ground.'
Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has said he hopes Ferdinand will not snub Terry.
Ferdinand is reportedly agonising over whether to shake Terry's hand before tomorrow's match, amid fears it could be viewed as hypocritical.
Asked if it was important he did so, Villas-Boas said: 'Extremely important, extremely important.
'This game is based on good values more than anything else.
'These players should continue to promote these good values.'
Villas-Boas confirmed the matter had been discussed with Terry, who denies having racially abused Ferdinand.
The Chelsea boss said: 'Everybody has been having conversations, from the top, to the players, to the manager.'
Hughes, said: 'If he feels it is not appropriate, that has to be his own decision. It won't be influenced by myself or the club.'
Villas-Boas reiterated he would not consider leaving out Terry and said he had not felt the need to check on his frame of mind this week.
'No, not at all,' he said. 'I have to count on the player, and the player is fit and available for the game.'
Important: Andre Villas-Boas encouraged Ferdinand to shake Terry's hand
Concern: Queens Park Rangers manager Mark Hughes said any fan misbehaving at tomorrow's game would be thrown out of the club's grounds
He also revealed he had no plans to issue special instructions to his players reminding them to stay calm amid what is likely to be a hostile atmosphere.
Admitting there were 'extra responsibilities' to consider, he added: 'I won't speak to the players specifically about that before the game, not at all.'
Supporters from both sides were this week warned about their conduct and Villas-Boas predicted there would not be any problems at QPR's Loftus Road ground.
He said: 'The environment was outstanding the last time we played there at Loftus Road, so I expect it to be the same.'
Hughes says QPR are ready to eject anyone making trouble.
'We as a club obviously have spoken quite closely with Chelsea and the police. I just hope everybody is sensible and enjoys the game for what it is, a fantastic cup tie that we're all looking forward to.
'We basically want to be talking about the football and what happens on the pitch.'
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Football star Anton Ferdinand 'sent a bullet' in death threat 24 hours before FA Cup reunion with race-row rival John Terry
England captain Terry accused of racially abusing Ferdinand during match in October
Court case begins in four days
Police investigating 'malicious communication'
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Last updated at 8:25 PM on 27th January 2012
Share
Premier League star Anton Ferdinand has been the target of a death threat on the eve of his reunion with race-row rival John Terry.
He was sent a bullet in the post just 24 hours before QPR meet Chelsea in the FA Cup tomorrow, according to Sky News.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: ‘I can confirm we are investigating an allegation of malicious communication received today at Queens Park Rangers football club.
Threats: Anton Ferdinand has been targeted ahead of the match
‘Officers from Hammersmith and Fulham are investigating.’
The report is a chilling echo of when Celtic manager Neil Lennon was mailed a bullet, death threats and parcel bombs earlier this year.
More...
BBC chief Thompson will quit his £670,000 post after the Olympics
The revelation could put Ferdinand's planned appearance in the game in jeopardy.
The QPR defender was allegedly the victim of a racist slur from the England captain during October's Barclays Premier League game between the sides.
The players square off for the first time since that game, which QPR won 1-0, and just four days before the court case begins in which Terry stands accused of abusing Ferdinand.
Court case: The moment Chelsea star John Terry allegedly made a racist remark to QPR's Anton Ferdinand
In the dock: Terry faces court next week over the incident
The match has been brought forward to 12pm tomorrow amid concerns from both clubs and the authorities that there could be an incendiary atmosphere.
Playing on: Terry looks certain to appear in tomorrow's game
Chelsea fans have previously been heard chanting: 'Anton Ferdinand, you know what you are.'
QPR manager Mark Hughes said: 'I think we understand what is meant by that.
'If there is inappropriate chanting or behaviour then you get ejected from the ground.'
Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has said he hopes Ferdinand will not snub Terry.
Ferdinand is reportedly agonising over whether to shake Terry's hand before tomorrow's match, amid fears it could be viewed as hypocritical.
Asked if it was important he did so, Villas-Boas said: 'Extremely important, extremely important.
'This game is based on good values more than anything else.
'These players should continue to promote these good values.'
Villas-Boas confirmed the matter had been discussed with Terry, who denies having racially abused Ferdinand.
The Chelsea boss said: 'Everybody has been having conversations, from the top, to the players, to the manager.'
Hughes, said: 'If he feels it is not appropriate, that has to be his own decision. It won't be influenced by myself or the club.'
Villas-Boas reiterated he would not consider leaving out Terry and said he had not felt the need to check on his frame of mind this week.
'No, not at all,' he said. 'I have to count on the player, and the player is fit and available for the game.'
Important: Andre Villas-Boas encouraged Ferdinand to shake Terry's hand
Concern: Queens Park Rangers manager Mark Hughes said any fan misbehaving at tomorrow's game would be thrown out of the club's grounds
He also revealed he had no plans to issue special instructions to his players reminding them to stay calm amid what is likely to be a hostile atmosphere.
Admitting there were 'extra responsibilities' to consider, he added: 'I won't speak to the players specifically about that before the game, not at all.'
Supporters from both sides were this week warned about their conduct and Villas-Boas predicted there would not be any problems at QPR's Loftus Road ground.
He said: 'The environment was outstanding the last time we played there at Loftus Road, so I expect it to be the same.'
Hughes says QPR are ready to eject anyone making trouble.
'We as a club obviously have spoken quite closely with Chelsea and the police. I just hope everybody is sensible and enjoys the game for what it is, a fantastic cup tie that we're all looking forward to.
'We basically want to be talking about the football and what happens on the pitch.'
www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2092801/Anton-Ferdinand-receives-death-threat.html#ixzz1khFOErgI