Homophobic flyer 'distributed among West Ham fans before Chelsea game'

The flyer was allegedly distributed at yesterday's EFL Cup game between West Ham and Chelsea
Patrick Grafton-Green27 October 2016

A homophobic flyer targeting John Terry was allegedly distributed among West Ham fans before yesterday's EFL Cup game against Chelsea.

The club have pledged to take the "strongest possible action" after pictures of the flyers, with graphic song lyrics directed at the Chelsea captain printed on them, found their way onto social media.

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."

Offensive: The flyer under investigation

The EFL Cup game was marred by crowd was trouble, as plastic bottles, seats and coins hurled among the crowd.

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