Beijing News (reporter Deng Hanyu) For Chelsea's "infighting" incident in the League Cup final this morning, Blues coach Sarri said after the game, "Regarding Kopa's injury, I misunderstood. When the team doctor returned to the bench, I realized he could keep playing. ”
"It was a huge misunderstanding because I felt that after the goalkeeper had cramps, he was physically in a position not to be able to enter the penalty shootout. The truth, however, was that he didn't have cramps at the time and Kopa was in a physical condition to save a penalty. Sarri said.
Team doctors treat Kopa. Screenshots of the network
Commenting on the section that angrily walked to the dressing room and turned back at the door of the players' tunnel, Sarri said: "I wanted to be quiet. I've spoken to Kopa and learned the truth, his motives are right, but his actions are wrong. ”
The person involved, Kopa, also posted a statement on his personal social media after the game, "I am very sad that I did not win the championship, we fought with a great team to the last minute. We will continue to work hard and become stronger. ”
Kopa refused to be substituted.
"I want to clarify the facts about what happened in today's game." Kopa said, "First of all I would like to apologize for the footage presented in the live broadcast of the final stage of the match, I have absolutely no intention of going against any decision of the coach, I think everything was misunderstood at a key point in a final. The coach felt that my physical condition was not suitable to continue playing, and what I wanted to express was that I could continue to help the team, and the team doctor who treated me went to the sideline to pass on the message. ”
"I don't think the live footage shows what I meant, I have complete respect for the coach and obey his authority." Kopa finally said.