Diego Simeone has apologised for his rash reaction during Liverpool's 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid after being sent off for clashing with a fan. The Argentinian manager lashed out after Liverpool's last-minute winner, sparking a touchline melee that led to his dismissal by referee Maurizio Mariani.
Simeone, 55, is one of the richest football managers in the world with a net worth of £102m, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He has been at Atletico Madrid since 2011, winning two La Liga titles, two Copa del Reys, two Europa Leagues and two UEFA Super Cups, while also finishing as Champions League runner-up twice.
The manager was previously one of the highest-paid coaches globally but recently took a wage cut to around £14m per year. Despite his wealth, he faces a European ban after the red card, meaning his players walked off alone following the defeat.
Simeone said: 'When they scored the third goal he turned around and insulted me. I'm a person, I'm human.' He added that he was insulted for 90 minutes and that his reaction, while not justifiable, stemmed from provocation. He now prepares for La Liga matches against Mallorca, Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid, followed by Champions League games against Eintracht Frankfurt and Arsenal.
