bbc.co.uk navigation

24 January 2013 Last updated at 07:42

Eden Hazard says sorry for kicking ball boy

A ball boy lays on the ground after being kicked by Eden Hazard

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard has apologised for kicking a ball boy.

The incident happened during his team's exit from the Capital One Cup against Swansea. Hazard kicked the ball boy, who appeared to be wasting time.

The Chelsea midfielder kicked out as he tried to retrieve the match ball from underneath the ball boy. Hazard was shown a straight red card.

After the match the ball boy and his father spoke to the police and decided not to press charges.

Blues boss Rafael Benitez said Hazard and the ball boy apologised to each other after the match.

More on This Story

  • Watch NewsroundWatch Newsround

    Watch the latest update from Newsround, CBBC's news programme for children.

BBC © 2013 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read more.

This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. While you will be able to view the content of this page in your current browser, you will not be able to get the full visual experience. Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so.