Barcelona midfielder Rodri apologizes for disparaging comments about Valencia

Barcelona midfielder Rodri publicly apologized to Valencia players and fans following remarks caught on camera during a match at the Mestalla. The incident occurred during Barcelona’s 5-0 victory last weekend as Rodri sat on the bench after being substituted in the 62nd minute. Television cameras captured the player describing the Valencia performance as weak and terrible while speaking with teammate Pau Cubarsi. Following a 5-1 Champions League win against Feyenoord, Rodri addressed the controversy, confirming he had spoken with Valencia player Gaya to express his regret. He described the comments as a spur-of-the-moment reaction of surprise and stated his hope that the club returns to its expected competitive level.

• 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona ace Rodri apologises to Valencia after controversial comments at Mestalla: ‘Hope they return to where they belong’