JOHN TERRY FINALLY SAY’S SORRY FOR RACIALLY ABUSING ANTON FERDINAND

Chelsea captain John Terry has issued an apology and decided not to appeal his four-game ban and £220,000 fine for racially abusing QPR defender Anton Ferdinand.

Terry had until 6pm on Thursday to contest the punishment handed out by an independent FA regulatory commission.
But in a statement issued by his representatives Elite Management, Terry revealed he is unhappy with the FA judgment but has decided to serve his suspension.
"After careful consideration, I have decided not to appeal against the FA judgment," he said.

"I want to take this opportunity to apologise to everyone for the language I used in the game against Queens Park Rangers last October.
"Although I'm disappointed with the FA judgment, I accept that the language I used, regardless of the context, is not acceptable on the football field or indeed in any walk of life.
"As I stated in the criminal case, with the benefit of hindsight my language was clearly not an appropriate reaction to the situation for someone in my position.
"My response was below the level expected by Chelsea Football Club, and by me, and it will not happen again.
"Looking forward, I will continue to do my part in assisting the club to remove all types of discriminatory behaviour from football.
"I am extremely grateful for the consistent support of Chelsea FC, the fans and my family."
Chelsea have also taken disciplinary action against Terry but say the internal sanctions 'will remain confidential'.
Terry will miss Saturday's Premier League game with Tottenham as well as the clash with Manchester United on 28th October and the Capital One Cup tie with Sir Alex Ferguson's side three days later.
Chelsea's trip to Swansea on 3rd November will be the final game he misses.