Sunderland Boss David Moyes Apologises to BBC Reporter After Bizarre 'Slap' Threat

?Sunderland manager David Moyes has offered an apology to Match of The Day reporter Vicki Sparks, after telling her she might get a “slap” for her line of post-match questioning following the Black Cats’ 0-0 draw at home to Burnley last month.

Audio footage has emerged of Moyes telling Sparks to “be careful”, after she asked if he was feeling the pressure from Sunderland chairman Ellis Short.

Moyes was then heard telling Sparks, as quoted by the Mirror: “It was getting a wee bit naughty at the end there so just watch yourself. You still might get a slap even though you’re a woman.”

“Be careful the next time you come in.” The 53-year-old added to the reporter.

Moyes has since apologised to Sparks for his comments. That apology has been accepted by Sparks, with a BBC spokesman stating: “Mr Moyes has apologised to our reporter and she has accepted his apology”.

This revelation about Moyes’ confrontation with the reporter has added further embarrassment for Sunderland. The club are currently rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table, eight points from safety. 

Even for a club that prides themselves on late-season escapes, it seems that Sunderland are destined to play Championship football next season.