Pep Guardiola ’embarrassed and ashamed’ of cameraman confrontation at Newcastle

Pep Guardiola feels “embarrassed and ashamed” of his conduct after confronting a cameraman in the aftermath of Manchester City’s Premier League loss at Newcastle on Saturday.

The City manager reacted angrily after he was filmed in close proximity following the final whistle, when he was involved in animated discussions with Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes and the match officials on the field.

Guardiola, who was pictured grabbing the camera operator’s headset, had been riled by the decision to award Harvey Barnes’ winning goal in the 70th minute at St James’ Park.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Guardiola said: “I apologise. I feel embarrassed and ashamed when I see it. I don’t like it. I apologised to the cameraman after one second.

“I am who I am – even (after) 1,000 games, I’m not perfect a person. I made a huge mistake. What is for sure, I defend my team and my club, that’s for sure.”

Guardiola played down what had appeared to be a heated exchange with midfielder Bruno.

“We have known Bruno for many, many years and every time after the game, even at the Etihad, we talk in the tunnel or wherever, always,” he said.

“I don’t know what happened. Our paths always cross and I always have a good relationship with him.

“I love it. I’m an emotional guy, I love to talk and move my hands and my arms and everything.”

Guardiola, however, hinted he may have more to say about the officiating in that game but wanted to get Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Bayer Leverkusen out of the way first.

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