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Liverpool striker Luis Suarez says sorry

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has apologised for not shaking hands with Manchester United defender Patrice Evra

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has apologised for not shaking hands with Manchester United defender Patrice Evra

By Press Association

Sunday February 12 2012

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has apologised for not shaking hands with Manchester United defender Patrice Evra before yesterday's Barclays Premier League match at Old Trafford.

The Uruguayan, who was banned for eight matches after racially abusing Evra during the league game between the sides at Anfield in October, had been expected to shake hands with the Frenchman but failed to do so, causing an angry reaction from Evra.

Suarez has today said sorry for his actions.

"I have spoken with the manager (Kenny Dalglish) since the game at Old Trafford and I realise I got things wrong," he said in a statement on the Liverpool official website.

"I've not only let him down, but also the club and what it stands for and I'm sorry. I made a mistake and I regret what happened.

"I should have shaken Patrice Evra's hand before the game and I want to apologise for my actions.

"I would like to put this whole issue behind me and concentrate on playing football."

- Press Association

 
 

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