Manchester United star Edinson Cavani apologises for offensive social media post
Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani apologised Monday (Tuesday NZT) for utilizing a Spanish time period for black folks, saying it was meant as an affectionate greeting and that he’s “fully against racism.”
The English Soccer Affiliation is trying into Cavani’s message on Instagram Tales after he scored twice in United’s 3-2 victory at Southampton.
“The message I posted after the sport on Sunday was meant as an affectionate greeting to a pal, thanking him for his congratulations after the sport,” Cavani stated in an announcement.
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“The very last thing I wished to do was trigger offence to anybody. I’m fully against racism and deleted the message as quickly because it was defined that it may be interpreted in a different way.
“I wish to sincerely apologise for this.”
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Manchester United’s Edinson Cavani scored a brace to earn his group a win – then sparked a racism row on social media.
United stated Cavani was knowledgeable his message could possibly be “misconstrued” however the membership believes there was “completely no malicious intent” behind the Uruguay striker’s phrase alternative.
“Edinson has issued an apology for any unintentional offense prompted,” the membership stated.
“Manchester United and all of our gamers are absolutely dedicated to the struggle towards racism.”
