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West Ham to probe distribution of graphic homophobic flyers

Updated on: 28 October,2016 09:27 AM IST  | 
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West Ham are investigating and have promised to take the "strongest possible action" after flyers with graphic homophobic content were allegedly distributed at Wednesday night's EFL Cup clash with Chelsea

West Ham to probe distribution of graphic homophobic flyers

Fans clash with the police during the League Cup tie between West Ham United and Chelsea in London on Wednesday. Pic/Getty Images

Fans clash with the police during the League Cup tie between West Ham United and Chelsea in London on Wednesday. Pic/Getty Images
Fans clash with the police during the League Cup tie between West Ham United and Chelsea in London on Wednesday. Pic/Getty Images


London: West Ham are investigating and have promised to take the "strongest possible action" after flyers with graphic homophobic content were allegedly distributed at Wednesday night's EFL Cup clash with Chelsea.

Chelsea captain John Terry was targeted in the flyers, which suggested lewd and homophobic song lyrics be directed towards the former England captain.

A West Ham United spokesperson said: "West Ham United are completely and utterly committed to tackling all forms of discrimination in football.

"Working with the Metropolitan Police Service, the club will be investigating the alleged distribution of these flyers, and will take the strongest possible action against those responsible."

The Hammers' 2-1 win over London rivals was marred by crowd trouble. Seven arrests were made.



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