Didier Drogba Defends Jose Mourinho Amid Racism Allegations

Didier Drogba has come to the defense of his former manager, Jose Mourinho, amid accusations of racism following a match between Fenerbahce and Galatasaray. Galatasaray announced plans to initiate criminal proceedings against Mourinho after he allegedly made derogatory comments about their players. Drogba, who has a long-standing relationship with Mourinho, described the Portuguese coach as a father figure and asserted that he is not a racist, urging the club to focus on the competition instead of the controversy. Fenerbahce has also defended Mourinho, claiming that his remarks were taken out of context. The incident arises from Mourinho's comments about the Galatasaray bench after the recent match, which have sparked significant backlash from rival fans. Drogba emphasized the importance of sportsmanship and unity, calling for support for the league title chase.