Carlos Tevez has issued an official statement over his amazing strop during Manchester City's defeat at Bayern Munich last night.

With City trailing to two goals from Bayern Munich's Mario Gomez, manager Roberto Mancini told Tevez to warm up but was stunned when last year's captain refused.

The altercation with Tevez was clearly seen on television.

But Tevez has issued a statement claiming he did not refuse to play and also said he was ready to fulfil his obligations to the club.

Tevez said in his statement: "I would like to apologise to all Manchester City fans, with whom I have always had a strong relationship, for any misunderstanding that occurred in Munich.

"They understand that when I am on the pitch I have always given my best for the club.

"In Munich on Tuesday I had warmed up and was ready to play. This is not the right time to get into specific details as to why this did not happen. But I wish to state that I never refused to play.

"There was some confusion on the bench and I believe my position may have been misunderstood.

"Going forward I am ready to play when required and to fulfil my obligations."