Is the English FA Prejudiced?

Now that I have your attention with the provocative headline, let me explain.


Prejudice by my definition is - "An unfavorable opinion or feeling formed beforehand. It can be directed towards a particular race, religious group or national group."


Based on the above definition, let's look at some recent events that triggered my provocative thoughts. The focus in these events is on the players' nationality


Vincent Kompany vs. Nani 
Kompany gets sent off after a two footed challenge on Nani. Kompany, the foreigner gets sent off (deservingly so).


Glen Johnson vs. Joleon Lescott
Johnson's two footed challenge on Lescott does not even warrant a free kick. Johnson the Englishman plays on. 


Not fair.


Joleon Lescott vs. Younes Kaboul
Lescott forearms Kaboul deliberately during Man City's 3-2 victory over Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium. The incidence is not seen by the referee, and Lescott escapes any post match charge. Lescott is an Englishman. 


Not fair.


Balotelli's stamp vs. Wayne Rooney's International kick
Mario Balotelli charged with a four game suspension after a deliberate stamp on Scott Parker. The charge was brought forth post the encounter by the FA. Balotelli is italian. The 4-game suspension is fair since he has already been red carded this season. 


Fair.


This is the same FA who felt aggrieved when Wayne Rooney was given a 3-game suspension for deliberately kicking the opposing player during the Euro qualifiers. The FA appealed and secured a reduced 2-game suspension for Rooney. Rooney is a key player for England. 


Hypocrisy!


So what do you think? I think I see a pattern here.