Luis Suarez has apologized for his bite on Giorgio Chiellini and promises to never bite another player.

Suarez released the following statement:

"Independent from the fallout and the contradicting declarations that have surfaced during these past days, all of which have been without the intention of interfering with the good performance of my national team, the truth is that my colleague Giorgio Chiellini suffered the physical result of a bite in the collision he suffered with me. For this:

- I deeply regret what occurred.

- I apologize to Giorgio Chiellini and the entire football family.

- I vow to the public that there will never be another incident like (this)."

Suárez was suspended by FIFA for nine matches and four months.

Uruguay was eliminated in the knockout phase of the World Cup on Saturday by Colombia.