Les Ferdinand: Ban Terry if claims are proven

LONDON (AP)—Former England striker Les Ferdinand, whose cousin is at the center of the racism investigation against John Terry, says the England captain should not be allowed to play for his country again if he is found guilty.

The Football Association is investigating whether the Chelsea captain directed a racial slur at Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand during a match on Sunday.

Terry denies the allegations.

Les Ferdinand says punishments for footballers in similar cases have been “paltry” recently and says the FA “need to make a statement” if Terry is found guilty.

Asked if Terry should be banned from the national team if that was the case, Les Ferdinand said: “It’s down to the FA, but I’d be shouting from the rooftops (for that).”