"How can my 'dad' be racist?" Drogba backs Mourinho amid scandal

A scandal of incredible magnitude is erupting in Turkey involving Fenerbahçe's head coach José Mourinho, who, after a draw with Galatasaray, called the rival's coaching staff "monkeys," leading to accusations of racism against the Portuguese manager. Galatasaray legend Didier Drogba has come to the coach's defense.

Details: The Ivorian, who played more matches under Mourinho than any other coach in his career, stated that he knows the Portuguese well and that he has never been racist.

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"Dear Galatasaray. You know how proud I am to wear the yellow-red jersey and my love for the most decorated club in Turkey! We all know how passionate and fiery rivals can be, and I was lucky to experience it.

I have seen the recent comments about Mourinho. Believe me, I've known José for 25 years, and he is not racist, and history (both past and recent) proves it. Let's focus on our games, support our brilliant lions, and win the league to move closer to our five stars on the emblem. How can my 'dad' be racist? Come on, guys," Drogba wrote on his X account.

Reminder: Drogba played 53 matches for Galatasaray between 2013 and 2014, scoring 20 goals and providing 13 assists.