Julián Álvarez apologises to Atlético supporters
Julián Álvarez has apologised to Atlético de Madrid supporters for his comments made during the World Cup, according to several Spanish media outlets.
Julián Álvarez has apologised to Atlético de Madrid supporters. The striker spoke after his team's victory against Deportivo, on the 10th matchday of LaLiga, where he scored the only goal of the match, according to Europa Press and Estadio Deportivo.
Public apology
The Argentine international asked for forgiveness for his statements made during the World Cup last summer. He had then expressed his wish to leave the club. "Pido disculpas a nuestra gente por mis palabras durante el Mundial," he said, as reported by Europa Press. The player described his comments as an "equivocación," a mistake, according to the daily El Mundo.
An understandable reaction
"Quería pedir disculpas a nuestra gente por mis palabras en el Mundial," he added, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo. Estadio Deportivo also reports that he stated: "Pido disculpas a la afición del Atlético, yo también me habría enojado como hincha," understanding the fans' anger. AS also mentions these apologies addressed to the Madrid club's crowd.
A decisive goal
Julián Álvarez was decisive by scoring for the second consecutive time in the league. His goal allowed Atlético de Madrid to win, despite an overall performance deemed average by Estadio Deportivo.
