The Galaxy defender thinks racism plays a role in the criticism and tabloid attention the Manchester City star receives
Former England national team defender Ashley Cole believes much of the criticism and abuse Raheem Sterling receives is due to his race.
The former Arsenal and Chelsea star, who now plays for the LA Galaxy, was speaking as part of a documentary, Out of Their Skin, which details the journey of black players in the England national team over the past 40 years.
Cole, now 37, was the first black player to receive 100 caps for the Three Lions, totaling 107 over the course of 14 years.