“I want to clarify what I said and that was misinterpreted. Maybe I wasn’t forceful and it’s important that I explain myself in a rough subject in which I ignored the victim». Xavi HernandezBarça coach, took advantage of the start of the press conference after the victory against Getafe for to apologize after having come out in defense of Dani Alves, ex-Blaugrana player, who is in pre-trial detention accused of rape.
Xavi has wanted to be forceful in condemning any sexual assault, which he did not do on Saturday, with a comment about the footballer that caused a protest reaction in social networks and other communication channels. “We must all condemn these acts, he did them Dani or anyone. I was not lucky and I apologize to the victims of gender-based violence and rape”, said the Barça coach.
“I am surprised and I’m sorry Dani did it but my support is for the victim. I was not lucky and I apologize. I have not had a very pleasant day because my voice is important and I am part of the biggest club of history I wasn’t forceful in my words and I’m really sorry.” In this way, the technician has tried to close the controversy before commenting on the sporting aspects of this Sunday’s match at Camp Nou.
