Pep Guardiola has apologised for a comment referencing self-harm in his post-match press conference following Manchester City’s draw against Feyenoord.
The Man City boss was questioned in the press conference about a cut on his nose, while scratches were also visible on his head.
The 53-year-old admitted he had been caught off guard by the question at the end of the press conference.
Guardiola has now taken to social media to issue a statement, insisting he did not mean to make light of self-harm.
‘I was caught off guard with a question at the end of a press conference last night about a scratch which had appeared on my face and explained that a sharp fingernail had accidentally caused this,’ Guardiola wrote.
‘My answer was in no way intended to make light of the very serious issue of self harm.
‘I know that many people struggle with mental health issues every day, and I would like to take this moment to highlight one of the ways in people can seek help, by calling the Samaritans hotline on 116 123 or emailing [email protected].’
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