Simeone apologises for taunting Vinícius but refuses to ask for forgiveness

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has issued an apology for his sideline antics during his team’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final defeat by Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia, saying he was sorry for taunting Vinícius Jr. but refusing to ask for forgiveness.

The fiery Argentine was caught on camera repeatedly provoking the Brazilian winger throughout the match, reportedly telling him “Florentino will kick you out – remember what I’m telling you,” in reference to speculation about Vinícius’...