Luis Suarez issues apology for his behavior during Leagues Cup post-game brawl

Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald on Sep 4, 2025

Published in Soccer

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Luis Suarez broke his silence and issued an apology early Thursday evening for his behavior during a post-game brawl following Inter Miami’s 3-0 loss to the Seattle Sounders in the Leagues Cup final on Sunday. Inter Miami also issued a statement.

Suarez, the 38-year-old Uruguayan legend, was seen grabbing a Seattle Sounders player by the neck and spitting toward the face of a Sounders security officer. Suarez, one of the greatest strikers of his generation, has a history of disciplinary issues that has tarnished his legacy.

Leagues Cup and MLS officials were investigating the incident, which involved several players from both teams, and announcements about possible sanctions are expected in the coming days.

Suarez’s apology read: “First of all, I want to congratulate the Seattle Sounders for their victory in the Leagues Cup.

“But, most of all, I want to apologize for my behavior at the end of the game.

“It was a moment a great tension and frustration, right after the game ended, and things happened that should not have happened, but that does not justify my reaction. I made a mistake, and I sincerely regret it.

“That is not the image I want in front of my family, which suffers due to my errors, nor in front of my club, which also doesn’t deserve to see itself affected for something like this.

“I feel badly for what happened and I didn’t want let the opportunity go by without acknowledging it and asking forgiveness from everyone who felt bad for what I did.

“We know that that there is still a lot of our season ahead and we will work together to succeed and reach the goals that this club and all its fans deserve.

“A hug to all.”

Inter Miami also issued the following statement regarding the post-game melee:

“Inter Miami condemns the altercations that took place following the conclusion of the Leagues Cup Final. These actions do not reflect the values of our sport, and we remain committed to upholding the highest standards of sportsmanship both on and off the pitch. “We are working closely with Leagues Cup and MLS officials to ensure the situation is addressed appropriately. “We thank our fans and community for their continued support.”

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