Manchester United striker reiterates there was no racist intent Cavani disagrees with FA assessment of ‘negrito’ but accepts banEdinson Cavani has said his “heart is at peace” because there was no racist intent behind his use of the word “negrito” in a
Social Media post that landed him a three-game ban and £100,000 fine from the
Football Association.
The
Manchester United striker, who must also complete a two-hour face-to-face online education course, said he accepted the sanction but did not share the FA’s assessment of his message. The Uruguayan had pleaded guilty to a charge of using insulting and/or improper words. According to United he decided not to contest the case “out of respect for the FA and the fight against
racism in football”.