Soccer:Anton Ferdinand has spoken publicly for the first time since he found himself at the centre of a race row, and has referred to the events of the last week as "crazy." The QPR defender was the subject of an alleged racial slur by the Chelsea and England captain John Terry during a stormy game between the two sides last weekend.

Terry has denied any wrongdoing, but the English Football Association is investigating the claims, while the Metropolitan Police are also involved after receiving an anonymous complaint.

Ferdinand prefers to concentrate on football, with QPR heading to Tottenham this weekend, although he does concede recent days have been somewhat different. “The last few days have been crazy,” Ferdinand said in an interview with the Daily Telegraph.

“But I’m looking forward to Sunday’s game and fully focused on football. Anyone who knows me will know that whatever’s going on, football’s always going to be my number one priority.”

Ferdinand has refused to talk about the alleged incident, but has thanked his peers, at other clubs as well as at QPR, for the support they have shown him. “I’d like to thank players like (Blackburn’s) Jason Roberts for the support they have given me.

“Not just professionals at other clubs but my teammates at QPR. They’ve been fantastic for me. Having teammates around you like I have is nice to feel, and nice to see.” As part of their investigations, the English FA will speak to both Ferdinand and Terry, while other QPR and Chelsea players could be called upon.