Oof. Ok I'm done here.The reaction went well beyond the word that was used. I am not sure any other player would have got it as bad. I am pretty sure worst things have been said on a football pitch with less repercusion, it is what it is.
The Uruguayan striker said: “The message I posted after the match on Sunday was intended as an affectionate greeting to a friend, thanking him for his congratulations after the game. The last thing I wanted to do was cause offence to anyone. I am completely opposed to racism and deleted the message as soon as it was explained that it can be interpreted differently. I would like to sincerely apologise for this.”
The Uruguayan striker said: “The message I posted after the match on Sunday was intended as an affectionate greeting to a friend, thanking him for his congratulations after the game. The last thing I wanted to do was cause offence to anyone. I am completely opposed to racism and deleted the message as soon as it was explained that it can be interpreted differently. I would like to sincerely apologise for this.”
In a statement, Manchester United said: “It is clear to us that there was absolutely no malicious intent behind Edinson’s message and he deleted it as soon as he was informed that it could be misconstrued. Edinson has issued an apology for any unintentional offence caused. Manchester United and all of our players are fully committed to the fight against racism.”
Leicester is going to regret missing those excellent changes they had.Fulham go up 1-0.
For sure, but they deserved to be punished there. Very sloppy sequence.Leicester is going to regret missing those excellent changes they had.
Really wish he does well as a manager. Always liked him.Fired up Scotty Parker.
Fulham are so bad. I expect to see Leicester shred them easily.
Praet is always a frustrating player, he's good at everything but not really great at anything, and he's often just there.Rodgers pulled the right guys. Both Praet and Thomas were awful in the first half.
One of my favorite Hammers of yesteryear. A proper soldier, akin to Mark Noble but with better ball skills.Really wish he does well as a manager. Always liked him.
Great shot from Barnes, and Vardy heading that right to Barnes was great.Barnes. Game on. Really good, smart work from Vardy there.
A bit surprised Moyes has dropped Haller after scoring last week, but it's a much better team with Antonio in it.