Sky Sports apologise for Raheem Sterling 'mistake' over England star's tattoo statement
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Sky Sports have apologised after incorrectly quoting Raheem Sterling 's statement regarding his recent gun tattoo.
The England star explained the inspiration behind a recent tattoo on his right leg and the story behind his father, who passed away when Sterling was two years old.
The broadcaster suggested that the Manchester City forward had previously touched a gun, but have now moved to correct the error.
A tweet read: "Last night we made a mistake in our reporting of Raheem Sterling's statement on his tattoo.
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"We apologise for this error and any distress it has caused Raheem and his family."
Sterling had previously said: "When I was 2 my father died from being gunned down to death I made a promise to myself I would never touch a gun in my life time.
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"I shoot with my right foot so it has a deeper meaning and still unfinished."
The FA have come out in support of Sterling , who is preparing with the Three Lions for the 2018 World Cup after playing a pivotal role in City's Premier League title victory.
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England take on Nigeria at Wembley on Saturday, before their final friendly vs Costa Rica on Thursday, June 7.
England face Tunisia in their opening match on June 18, before games with Panama and Belgium round off the group stage.