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FORMER Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero was slapped with a two-game suspension by current club Boca Juniors and issued a groveling apology after “losing his mind” with a fan.Romero, 37, was involved in an altercation after Boca’s 1-0 loss at home to bitter rivals River Plate, which saw ex-West Ham ace Manuel Lanzini scoring the winner.Sergio Romero had a heated confrontation with a Boca Juniors fanRomero had to be restrained by Boca officials and team-matesEx-Man Utd ace Romero was slapped with a two-game ban by BocaRomero apologised to Boca and the fan after the loss to River PlateCredit: ReutersThe heated Superclasico saw a total of nine yellow cards being shown by referee Nicolas Ramirez, while Cristian Lema was sent off in the 12th minute of stoppage time when wild scenes ensued.Lema was given a second yellow card for dissent after Boca’s late equaliser was cancelled out by a VAR check that concluded the ball touched Milton Gimenez’s hand before crossing the line.But it was Romero who made headlines after the full-time whistle due to a furious confrontation with a home fan.The ex-Argentina international had to be restrained by club officials after he exchanged heated words with the Boca supporter, who expressed his frustration.Read More on FootballTeam-mate Leandro Brey eventually managed to pull Romero away as fans continued to hurl abuse at the team and missiles in his direction.That didn’t sit well with the Argentinian giants as they banned the ex-Man Utd player for the next two games against Cordoba and Argentinos Juniors, while a fine also looks imminent.Boca issued the following statement: “The decision has been made that our player Sergio Romero will not be called up for the next two matches we have to play (against Belgrano and Argentinos Juniors).”We also want to let you know that the three supporters who caused the aforementioned incident have been identified and that the corresponding measures will be applied to them.”Most read in FootballBoca added: “Our Club must be a big family, made up of fans, players, employees and directors. “Therefore, we all owe each other mutual respect at all times and be united for the good of the Club, enjoying sport and the competitions in which Boca participates, encouraging and participating together, in peace and harmony.”Video emerges of Roy Keane throwing ball at Alan Shearer’s head amid Erling Haaland debateRomero claims the fan swore at him but apologised to both the club as well as the supporter.However, the Argentine insists he was “wrong” as the audience have the “right to express themselves”.Romero said: “I want to offer my apologies to the Boca fans for the situation at the end.”When the guy was swearing at me, I lost my mind. “None of us go out to play a game to lose it, we wanted to win it as much as they did and it didn’t happen. I couldn’t think at that moment, I lost my mind.”I apologise to the Boca fan, I was wrong with my reaction, I should have let it go and left. They have the right to express themselves.” More

FORMER Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero had to be restrained by club officials after he lost his temper with a fan.Romero confronted a Boca Juniors supporter in the aftermath of his side’s 1-0 defeat to bitter rivals River Plate in the Superclasico – Argentina’s biggest domestic clash.Former United keeper Sergio Romero had it out with a fan from his own teamThe goalkeeper had to be restrained by officials and team-matesThe confrontation almost sparked a mass brawl inside the The BomboneraFormer West Ham star Manuel Lanzini scored the only goal of the game in 20th minute and it ended with nine yellow cards across both sides.Boca’s 97th minute equaliser was cancelled out after VAR concluded the ball touched Milton Gimenez’s hand before crossing the line.As a result of the disallowed goal, chaos ensued with defender Cristian Lema sent off for his protests towards referee Nicolas Ramirez.But things really started to boil over after the full-time whistle was blown.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOne supporter in particular vented his frustrations toward Romero, who did not take the abuse lightly.The fan put his left hand on Romero’s chest as the 37-year-old lent over the fence and squared up him with spectators pulling them apart.And Romero had to be held back by a combination of Boca officials, fans and his fellow team-mates.Team-mate Leandro Brey eventually managed to pull Romero away as fans continued to hurl abuse at the team and missiles in his direction.Most read in FootballRomero spent six years at United, winning four major trophiesRomero apologised after retiring to the dressing room, telling a local broadcaster: “When the fan insulted me, I couldn’t think anymore and I lost my composure.”He cursed me so hard that I just snapped. I lost my cool and went back to confront him. Huge European derby descends into chaos with on-pitch RIOTS and fireworks hurled into stands”I sincerely apologise to that fan for my reaction, as it is only fair.”Romero was not the only United connection in the Boca Juniors side, with Edinson Cavani and Marcos Rojo also in the starting XI.The loss was Boca’s fourth of the season and left them in 11th place in the Argentinian Primera Division.Romero played the role of the back-up keeper behind David de Gea at United for six years between 2015-21, making 61 appearances.But he left after growing tired with a lack of first-team opportunities.He is the most capped goalkeeper in the history of the Argentina national team, playing over 90 times since his debut in 2009.Romero played back-up to David de Gea at United More