I must confirm at the outset that I have made an error of judgment in relation to the sale of 12 tickets for the match between England and Trinidad and Tobago. I take full responsibility for the sale, the circumstances of which I do not wish at this stage to go into great detail. I have always been a man who takes responsibility for his actions and have acted accordingly. I would however like to state the following:l
*I was at all times during the sale process under the impression that I was assisting and helping some unfortunate fans who were desperate to see their country play at the World Cup
* I did not go out to sell the 12 tickets or any other tickets in general. The 12 tickets were sourced upon request by England fans whom I met at a restaurant in Frankfurt and who were complaining about poor allocation of tickets.
*I am not, and have never been, involved in any ticket touting business. l I was asked to sign the declaration prepared for me by FIFA in which, by my signature, I confirmed that I sold the 12 tickets.
*After signing the declaration, I was instructed by FIFA to leave Germany as I had been relieved of my World Cup duties. I have complied with the instruction. I have apologised for my actions and have acknowledged that these were wrong under the, circumstances. I maintain this position. I truly regret this isolated incident. I have tirelessly served the cause of football and football administration over the past 30 years in various organisations, even if I personally do not continue in any official capacity, I remain a passionate supporter of Botswana and African football and do not expect that the situation in which I find myself will compromise the growth or prospects of either in my absence. During all my time in football, and my life in general, I have always gone out on a limb to assist people in need. Unfortunately, it is the nature of this world that the good that one does is never appreciated, and that a single mistake is preyed upon. I am humbled by the messages of support which I have received from colleagues, friends, family and people in my own country, Botswana as well as in distant places in these difficult and trying circumstances."
