'I know what I heard and I did not mishear' - Bong maintains Rodriguez racism allegation

Bong accused Rodriguez after Brighton took on West Brom at the Hawthorns stadium in January, claiming the English forward racially abused him. The English forward had appeared to pinch his nose and say something to Bong after a clash between the two, which was reported to the referee by Bong.

The FA processed the accusation, before recently clearing Rodriguez of the charge.

Some had then claimed that Bong's accusation was false, however the Brighton player has now released a statement dismissing these claims, and maintaining that he was abused.

"I would never seek to bring a false charge against a fellow professional," he stated. "My conscience in raising the complaint is therefore entirely clear." 

He went on to reiterate his original accusation in no uncertain terms. "Please let me be clear: I know what I heard and I did not mishear," he said.

"Only Mr Rodriguez and I know exactly what was said and I stand by my original complaint."