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Sterling accuses newspapers of fuelling racism

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London: Raheem Sterling has accused British newspapers of helping to “fuel racism” with the way they portray young black footballers after he suffered alleged abuse during Manchester City’s defeat at Chelsea.


Chelsea and the police are investigating the incident at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, which was highlighted on social media.


Sterling, 24, posted on Instagram on Sunday, referencing a story from January about City team-mate Tosin Adarabioyo reportedly buying an expensive house despite never having started a Premier League match.


“The young black kid is looked at in a bad light. Which helps fuel racism an(d) aggressive behaviour,” Sterling wrote.


“So for all the newspapers that don’t understand why people are racist in this day and age all I have to say is have a second thought about fair publicity an(d) give all players an equal chance.”


Sterling received a barrage of abuse from home supporters as he retrieved the ball from behind the goal during the first half of the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, which City lost 2-0.


The England international said he was not surprised by the behaviour of the fans but did not elaborate on what was said.


“I just want to say, I am not normally the person to talk a lot but when I think I need my point heard I will speak up,” he posted.


“Regarding what was said at the Chelsea game, as you can see by my reaction I just had to laugh because I don’t expect no better.”


In his social media post, Sterling refers to headlines about Adarabioyo, 21, and fellow City youngster Phil Foden buying houses.


While the article about Adarabioyo focuses on how he spent £2.25 million ($2.9 million) on a property without making a top-flight appearance, midfielder Foden, 18, is described as having “set up a future”.


“You have two young players starting out their careers — both play for the same team, both have done the right thing, which is buy a new house for their mothers who have put in a lot of time and love into helping them get where they are,” said Sterling. — AFP



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