ANTON FERDINAND says those who post online hate must be held to account, just as footballers are for the material that they share on their social media platforms.
The former QPR defender has been on the receiving end of vile abuse since his involvement in a high-profile disciplinary case involving former England captain John Terry.
Ferdinand addressed a working group made up of football authorities, law enforcement and social media companies who will meet on an ongoing basis to tackle online hate, but he believes the double standards must be addressed.
“As footballers we are held accountable for our actions all the time — why aren’t the people that are sending abuse, and the social media platforms, held to account too?” he said.