Samuel Eto'o has apologised for "losing his temper" after footage emerged of him in an altercation with someone who appeared to be an Algeria fan.
The former Everton striker was in attendance at Brazil's 4-1 win over South Korea in the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday night when the incident took place outside the stadium.
A video clip has been widely shared on social media appearing to show Eto'o, who won countless trophies during his time at Barcelona, kick out at a man who had been filming him.
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The Cameroon football legend took to Twitter this afternoon to post an apology for his actions: "On last 5 December, after the Brazil-South Korea match, I had a violent altercation with a person who was probably an Algerian supporter.
"I would like to apologise for losing my temper and reacting in a way that does not match my personality. I apologise to the public for this unfortunate incident.
"I pledge to continue to resist the relentless provocation and daily harassment of some Algerian supporters. Indeed, since the Cameroon-Algeria match on 29 March in Blida, I have been the target of insults and allegations of cheating without any evidence.
"During this World Cup. Cameroonian fans have been harassed and pestered by Algerians on the same subject. I would like to mention that the scenario of Algeria's defeat was cruel but perfectly in line with the rules and ethics of our sport.
"All the appeals made by the Algerian Football Federation to the competent jurisdictions have been rejected. I therefore call on the Algerian authorities and Federation to take their responsibilities to put an end to this unhealthy climate before a more serious tragedy occurs.
"To Fennecs' fans, I wish that they find peace and manage to overcome the disappointment of a painful defeat, now behind us."
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