A goalkeeper facing possible sanctions from the Irish soccer federation has issued an apology following an incident last week in which he appeared to shove a ball boy to the ground.
The incident occurred during the first half of a Northern Ireland Football League match between Cliftonville and Carrick Rangers.
Video footage published by the BBC captured Carrick Rangers goalkeeper Jack McIntyre pushing the ball boy to the ground after receiving the ball from him.
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Carrick Rangers, who lost the match 3-0, released a statement saying that both the club and McIntyre apologize “for any distress caused.” The club also stated it would “endeavor to make contact with the ball boy and his family.”
Local media reported that the Northern Ireland Police Service is continuing its investigation into the matter.
Despite the incident, the referee did not issue McIntyre a booking.
“Any internal disciplinary investigation will, in accordance with employment good practice, remain confidential between the employee and employer,” Carrick Rangers added.