English soccer Sunderland 's new manager issues statement denying he has fascist views . Paolo Di Canio had initially refused to talk about his past statements . His appointment has sparked a barrage of widespread criticism . However , Sunderland 's key players have refused to condemn his arrival .
English soccer club 's new manager issues statement denying he has fascist beliefs . Paolo Di Canio had initially refused to talk about his past statements . His appointment has caused a barrage of widespread criticism . However , Sunderland 's key partners have refused to condemn his arrival .