Former Arsenal defender Nelson Vivas has
resigned as manager of Argentine club Quilmes
after attacking a supporter in the stands.
Vivas, 44, hit a fan three times after a 1-1 draw at
home to Atletico Rafaela in Argentina's Primera
Division.
A club member said the fan had been insulting Vivas.
Vivas, who spent three years at Arsenal under Arsene
Wenger, said: "I'm not a violent person but I realise
that's not the image a trainer should give."
After the incident on Monday, club president Anibal
Fernandez said: "He came to my office and handed in
his resignation.
"He knows he put his foot in it and realises the situation
is uncomfortable for the team and regrets his actions."
Former Argentina international Vivas took charge of
Quilmes this season, his first job in management.
Vivas leaves Quilmes in 16th place in Primera Division,
with 14 points from 12 matches.
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