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Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe tendered an apology to fans, coach, and the club after being sent off for headbutting Leeds United defender Ezgjan Alioski in Sunday's goalless draw in the Premier League.
AllNews understands that Pepe was red-carded in the 51st minute after VAR officials spotted the incident.
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"I let my team down at a crucial time of the game and there are no excuses for my behavior," the 25-year-old Ivory Coast international wrote on Instagram.
READ ALSO: Arsenal To investigate Vile Abuse At Pepe, Alioski After Leeds Match
"I am deeply sorry and would like to apologize to the fans, my teammates, my coach, and everyone else at the club."
Pepe and Alioski were subjected to racial abuse on social media after the game, and Arsenal and Leeds said they would work with authorities to trace those responsible.
Pepe will miss Arsenal's next three Premier League matches but could feature in Thursday's Europa League game at Molde.
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