Soccer star Mario Balotelli is facing a suspension after he posted an “anti-racism” message that came off… pretty darn racist.
On Monday, Balotelli posted this image to his Instagram account:
Balotelli on Instagram. pic.twitter.com/VAcSxgmBWL
— LFC Fans Corner (@LFCFansCorner) December 1, 2014
After obviously receiving a call from the league/manager/team/everyone with common sense, Balotelli took down the photo and posted this on Twitter:
I apologize if I’ve offended anyone. The post was meant to be anti-racist with humour. I now understand that (…) pic.twitter.com/UlNeNlEz9M
— Mario Balotelli (@FinallyMario) December 2, 2014
Well, at least anti-racist Mario Balotelli learned a lesson about racism. But he’s not out of the woods.
The Guardian reports:
Mario Balotelli has been contacted by the Football Association for his observations regarding the Super Mario image he posted on Instagram and has until 6pm on Friday to respond.
The FA is considering whether to charge Balotelli for misconduct so will take into account the Italian’s response to the governing body’s request and the apology he issued earlier on Tuesday.
