The Manchester City fan who ran on to the pitch and tried to confront Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand in yesterday’s derby match has apologised, his solicitors said today.
Matthew Stott, 21, had to be restrained by City keeper Joe Hart and was arrested following Robin van Persie’s late winner at the Etihad Stadium.
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