Drogba sorry for ref fury

Didier Drogba hopes an apology for his behaviour in the wake of Chelsea's Champions League exit at the hands of Barcelona will help him escape punishment from UEFA.The striker confronted referee Tom Henning Ovrebo after the match and launched a foul-mouthed rant in front of TV cameras.He could face disciplinary action by UEFA if Ovrebo's match report includes details of Drogba's furious outburst.In a statement issued via Chelsea's official website, the Ivorian said: "I was very upset at what happened during the game but having seen the pictures on TV, I accept I over-reacted."I also accept the language I used did not set a good example for those watching at home, especially children."I regret that in the heat of the moment I let out my incredible frustration and disappointment in this way and for that I apologise."

Source: Eurosport