Unconditionally accepting punishment from the Chinese Football Association, Duan Xin apologizes by slapping the referee: causing shame to Chinese football. Duan Xin | Official | China
On the evening of July 24th, Duan Xin, the leader of Liaoning Shenyang City Football Club, apologized through the club's official Weibo account.
The full text is as follows:
Last night's incident brought shame to Chinese football, and it was me who started it. I was wrong, wrong is wrong. My behavior violates the disciplinary rules of the Chinese Football Association league, and I unconditionally obey the referee's judgment. I did not do it and even made inappropriate actions. This is something that has never happened to me in over 30 years of teaching. I am aware of the seriousness of the problem and sincerely apologize to the referee team, the players on the field, and the fans. The more veteran we are, the more we should walk on the path of learning, respect our opponents, referees, and fans, and demonstrate positive energy to young people. However, I have encountered problems that should not have occurred, especially during the education and rectification period of the entire football industry, where I lost my direction.
Before boarding in Nanjing today, a fan specially sent flowers to me, hoping that I will recover my health and regain my composure as soon as possible. What adorable fans, I'm really sorry for them.
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I solemnly declare that I unconditionally accept the punishment from the Chinese Football Association and will study the relevant regulations and documents of the association carefully. This disciplinary violation is my first and last time, and I am grateful to the fans who support me and the club. I sincerely apologize to the relevant parties.
Liaoning Shenyang City Football Club Team Leader Duan Xin
July 24, 2023