Porto coach claims misunderstanding in 'racism' row

Porto coach Vitor Pereira tonight claimed Manchester City’s complaint about alleged racial abuse of their players is based on a misunderstanding.

Porto coach claims misunderstanding in 'racism' row
Tue, 21 Feb, 2012 - 19:56

Porto coach Vitor Pereira tonight claimed Manchester City’s complaint about alleged racial abuse of their players is based on a misunderstanding.

City formally complained after monkey noises appeared to be directed towards Mario Balotelli and Yaya Toure during the Europa League meeting between the clubs at the Estadio do Dragao last Thursday.

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