Did JT end Rio Ferdinand's International Football Career?

It's with interest and amusement that I note the continuing saga of the Ferdinand and Terry footballing icons. Rio Ferdinand's only crime was to support a brother allegedly racially abused by John Terry. This is the same Rio Ferdinand voted as one of the most outstanding defenders in the world in his initial World Cup in 2002 in South Korea and Japan. From the England squad only Sol Campbell shared the honour of making the world eleven. John Terry was a player that had not even been heard of whilst Ferdinand was making a name for himself.

In defending his brother Rio got left out of the England football squad for footballing reasons when a clear choice had to made by the England manager if the pair could work together in the England squad. Terry was chosen for footballing reason by Roy "honest man" Hodgson.  

Asked on a train journey from the emirates stadium by an England fan if Rio Ferdinand still had an England career, he carelessly replied : Rio's England career was over. What a way to learn your career was over after having given your all for your country! 

Hodgson was forced into embarrassingly having to explain his unguarded remark to the press. Once again, his explanation was for footballing reasons. 

Amazing isn't it that your brother allegedly gets abused by a stellar character like John Terry and your reward is the end of your international footballing career. 

It gives new meaning to: Am I my brothers keeper.

So, what do you think, did JT end Rio Ferdinand's international football career? 

A racist usually assumes a position of power hence they think they are better or you are inferior. However, when you drill down into the racist you normally find the apple hasn't fallen far from the tree. A key point is to look closely at JT's father and his family and the truth becomes evident.

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