Sepp Blatter says he is sorry..
Tokyo Sexwale, right, paid tribute to Sepp Blatter before reading the Fifa president's apology statement.
Friday, 18 November 2011
By Administrator
The Fifa president appeared to suggest on Wednesday that racial discrimination could be settled with a handshake. Blatter insisted his "fight against racism and discrimination will go on" and said he would not resign, Blatter admitted his comments had caused a "serious incident" and that he had used "unfortunate words" which he "deeply regretted".
He also said any players found guilty of racism on the pitch should be thrown out of the game. Blatter's comments caused anger and discomfort in England. Manchester United defender and former England captain Rio Ferdinand accused the Fifa president of "ignorance", while David Beckham described Blatter's remarks as "appalling".
Source: i955 News Room.