Former Chelsea Team Doctor, Eva Carniero is clearly shocked and disappointed in the English FA for stating that they will not pursue claims of sexist remarks made by Chelsea boss, Jose Mourinho towards her during Chelsea’s draw against Swansea in August.
The Portuguese manager was accused of calling Dr. Eva ‘filha da puta’ (daughter of a whore) in a touchline outburst while expressing his anger over the decision of the team doctor and team physio, Jon Fearn to rush onto the pitch to treat Eden Hazard; a decision which made Chelsea cope with 9 men for a while after previously having a man sent off.
Eva who has spoken up about the incident for the first time cannot understand how the FA came to a conclusion on the issue without hearing her own side of the story.
“I was surprised to learn that the FA was allegedly investigating the incident of August 8 (when Chelsea faced Swansea) via the press.
“I was at no stage requested by the FA to make a statement. I wonder whether this might be the only formal investigation in this country where the evidence of the individuals involved in the incident was not considered relevant.
“Choosing to ignore some of the evidence will surely influence the outcome of the findings,” part of her statement read.
Dr Eva who was a victim of sexist abuse at West Ham during the 2014/2015 season recalled that the FA didn’t also ask her for a statement in that instance.
“Last season I had a similar experience at a game at West Ham FC, where I was subject to verbal abuse.
“Following complaints by the public, the FA produced a communication to the press saying there had been no sexist chanting during this game.
“At no time was I approached for a statement despite the fact that vile unacceptable, sexually explicit abuse was clearly heard.”
The 42-year also bemoaned the lack of support for women in football while thanking all those who have stood up for her including Jamaican lawyer, Heather Rabbatts.
“It is incidents such as these and the lack of support from the football authorities that make it so difficult for women in the game. I admire what Heather Rabbatts has done and thank her and friends and colleagues who have supported me at this very difficult time,” Eva explained.
