Hazard Offers Support To Abused Sterling

By Max Wise

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has thrown his support behind Raheem Sterling who was allegedly racially abused during Manchester City’s defeat to the Blues at Stamford Bridge last weekend.

Sterling was chided by a section of the Chelsea fanbase which has prompted the club to hand out suspensions to four of their supporters pending further investigation.

"The only thing I can say is I support the player. Sterling is a fantastic player," Hazard told Sky Sports.

"There is an investigation, so we don't know what will happen."

"Proper Chelsea fans just sing for Chelsea and enjoy the game."

"I am fully supportive of Raheem and this sort of racism cannot be in the stadium anymore."