A football manager has issued a heartfelt apology after a controversial comment about his team’s heavy loss, sparking outrage and concern.
He said this during a post-match interview after the game against Spennymoor Town. Sneekes felt his team fell apart after conceding the second goal. He described the situation as “just a Holocaust,” which understandably upset many people.
The interview was shared on YouTube but was later taken down. Sneekes, who has a family history tied to World War II, apologized for his choice of words. He emphasized that he meant no harm but recognized it was a poor analogy.
In his statement, he reflected on his family’s past, mentioning that his grandfather was in a concentration camp. He acknowledged that his words were inappropriate and promised to be more careful in the future.
The club stated they received no direct complaints about his comments. However, they felt it necessary to address the issue after it gained media attention. They appreciated the manager’s honest assessment of the game but regretted the choice of phrase used.
