Dear All Received this from the club, they are obviously quite worried about this As you may be aware, there is a small element of the fan base who are continuing to sing the ‘Rent Boy’ chant. We have been informed that there is a very real risk of the club being fined if this continues. FULL STATEMENT We are incredibly proud of the backing the team receives from our fans.However, a small minority are continuing to engage in homophobic chanting despite our best efforts to eradicate this.We are working closely with the police and football authorities to identify and take action against those responsible. During the 2024/25 season, homophobic chanting was recorded at 11 of our matches, including two home fixtures and nine away fixtures. As a result of these incidents: Nine individuals have been subject to police action. Three have received football banning orders. Six are currently involved in ongoing investigations. It is important to note that individuals found guilty of discriminatory behaviour in court such as this may face a criminal record, which can have long-term consequences beyond football. If police action cannot be taken, the club will take action. The same chant has been heard already this season at home to Preston North End and at Plymouth Argyle. We are actively working with the police to identify anyone involved and will pursue appropriate action. As a football club, we may be subjected to FA penalties should this behaviour continue. QPR condemns all forms of discrimination and abuse. Homophobia has no place in football or society. We urge all fans to stand with us in challenging hate and promoting respect, both in the stands and beyond. Supporters are reminded that QPR has a clear Sanctioning Policy, which outlines the consequences of discriminatory behaviour. You can read it HERE. If you witness discriminatory behaviour at a match, please report it immediately to a steward or through the reporting line, which is monitored throughout the match: 07557 435 421. Together, we can make football a game for everyone. The club and the police will obviously both be taking action, and it is also daft getting our club fined over this...we have better chants than that anyway!
