FIFA cut World Cup ref following arrest for alleged sexual assault in UK

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 28, 2026Country: United Kingdom

Crime & Law

FIFA cut World Cup ref following arrest for alleged sexual assault in UK

A match official, a potential pick for the 2026 World Cup in North America, was arrested for an alleged sexual assault on a teenage boy at a hotel in the UK. FIFA stated it was aware of the serious allegation and that the official would not be considered for competition matches. UEFA also suspended the referee from its games due to the ongoing active investigation.

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