Pepe was condemned universally for his behaviour in the King’s Cup quarter final first leg defeat.
“I wish to say that yesterday’s incident with Leo Messi was unintentional, but I nevertheless want to apologise to him if he was offended because all I do is defend my team and this institution”, said the 28-year-old.
“I give my heart and soul and the thought of hurting a colleague has never entered my mind.”
