Jorginho Apologises After False Claim Involving Singer Chappell Roan

Former Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC midfielder Jorginho has apologised after making a false accusation involving pop singer Chappell Roan, describing the incident as a misunderstanding.

The controversy began during a festival weekend in Brazil, where Jorginho initially claimed that a security guard linked to Roan had approached and frightened his 11-year-old stepdaughter. The allegation quickly spread online, triggering criticism directed at the singer.

However, the midfielder later reversed his position after reviewing new information.

“After learning more about what actually happened, I realize I made a mistake,” he said. “The person involved was not part of Chappell Roan’s team.”

Explaining his initial reaction, Jorginho added: “In the moment, I was trying to protect my family, but I spoke too soon without having all the facts.”

He went on to apologise for the impact of his earlier comments: “I regret what was said and any negativity it brought. This was a misunderstanding, and I want to make that clear.”

Roan had earlier denied any involvement, expressing sympathy over the situation and stating she had no knowledge of the encounter at the time.

Jorginho also called for calm following the clarification: “There’s no need for hate toward anyone. Now that everything is clear, we can put this behind us.”

The incident, which briefly sparked backlash on social media, has since been resolved, with both parties emphasising that the situation stemmed from incomplete information rather than deliberate wrongdoing.