Wenger claims he does not bear a grudge against Babel though and is reluctant to cast any moral judgement after admitting that, on occasions, his own players have been guilty of simulation.

温格宣称他并不是针对巴贝尔，也不愿作出任何道德上的宣判，他承认，有时，他自己球员也有假装的罪。

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Though this is not the same as admitting that these payments were illicit, reputational damage has been done.

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Though Armstrong is not admitting guilt, our correspondent adds, most people will assume that there is some kind of admission, given he is not contesting the charges when his legacy is on the line.

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