Manchester City have apologized to Aston Villa’s Swedish goalkeeper, Robin Olsen, after he was pushed and apparently beaten by some of the thousands of fans who stormed the Etihad pitch to celebrate the 3-2 win and the Premier League victory in last day. .
“Manchester City would like to offer a heartfelt apology to Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen, who was attacked after the last whistle in today’s match when fans stormed the pitch,” City wrote in a press release.
In footage taken by Sky Sports, many people are seen pushing or laying their hands on Olsen as he passes them.
Accompanied by an employee at the stadium, Olsen covered the back of his neck and then his face before being ushered into the locker room tunnel.
“The club immediately launched an investigation and once identified, the individual will be permanently banned from the stadium,” City added.
Gerrard: “Ask Pep and City”
When asked if his players got off the pitch safely, Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard said: “My goalkeeper was attacked. So I think those questions should go to Pep (Guardiola) at Manchester City … “.
Source: La Verdad
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