Uruguayan Manchester United striker
Edison Cavani
was sanctioned this Thursday with 100,000 pounds (
110,000 euros
) and
three games
for a comment on social networks that he has considered racist.
The English football federation (FA) indicated in a statement that the player, who has admitted the accusations, must also attend
"face-to-face education"
sessions
.
The agency considers that his comment on Instagram was "insulting, abusive and inappropriate", and sees an "aggravating factor" that the footballer made reference to the "color, race or ethnic origin" of another person.
On November 29, shortly after a comeback against Southampton, Cavani
responded to a message from a supporter with the phrase in Spanish "gracias negrito."
The player later withdrew that comment and released a statement in which he apologized and assured that he is "absolutely opposed to racism."
Without challenge
United said Cavani has decided not to challenge the decision out of "respect" and "solidarity" with "the fight against racism in football."
Still, he argues that the player
"honestly believed that he was simply sending a warm thank you, in response to a congratulatory message from a close friend
.
"
"While it is clear that context and intent were key factors, we are aware that the independent regulatory commission had to impose a minimum three-game suspension," added United.
"The club trusts that the independent regulatory commission will make it clear when arguing its reasons that
Edison Cavani is not a racist, nor was there any racist intention in that publication,
" the club emphasizes.
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