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Chelsea issue apology after Kenedy criticises China on social media

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Chelsea issue an apology after midfielder Kenedy made negative comments about China on social media.
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Chelsea have issued an apology after midfielder Kenedy made negative comments about China on social media.

The 21-year-old posted two images on Instagram which attracted criticism from the club's Chinese supporters and caused him to be jeered during Saturday's 3-0 win over Arsenal.

One post had "Porra China" written on it, which roughly translates from Portuguese as "fuck China" or "damn China", while the other had "Acorda china [sic]. Vacilão" on it, which roughly translates as "wake up China, idiot".

Kenedy has since apologised and Chelsea have followed suit, confirming that the Brazilian has been disciplined for his actions.

A club statement read: "On July 22, Chelsea Football Club experienced the warmth and friendliness of Chinese fans at the National Stadium. However, we were surprised and disappointed that one day prior to the match, one of our young players, Kenedy, posted messages on his social media account that caused great offence and hurt the feelings of the people of China.

"Unfortunately, even though he quickly deleted the messages and apologised, and the club also apologised via our Chinese social media channels, the damage had already been done. Chelsea Football Club once again solemnly and sincerely apologises.

"Kenedy's actions were a mistake that he will learn greatly from. His behaviour does not represent the entire team and does not align with the club's high expectations and strict requirements of its young players. He has been strongly reprimanded and disciplined.

"Everyone at Chelsea Football Club has the utmost respect and admiration for China and loves our Chinese fans. It is because of this that the negative impact we have seen over the last two days has left us shocked and saddened. Once again, we sincerely apologise for the hurt caused to our Chinese fans as well as to the Chinese people.

"The match was a great cultural exchange event between China and Britain and the club is extremely grateful to China for its hospitality, which has brought us closer together in friendship. We very much hope to build on our strong relationship with our Chinese fans and friends, joining hands firmly with China in future for further cooperation.

"We offer this apology with utmost sincerity. We have listened carefully to the criticism and will use the lessons learnt over the last two days to improve our processes in future."

Kenedy has made 22 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea, scoring twice.

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