Incident Overview
A disturbing incident took place on Sunday 18/1 at the Kallimasia stadium in Chios during a local league match between Omiros Kallimasias and Kanaris Neniton which ended 1 1. After the game a member of the crowd attacked the trio of female referees claiming that his team had been treated unfairly. One of the officials was injured and taken to the hospital.
Details of the Attack
According to eyewitnesses the assault occurred moments after the final whistle while the three referees were heading toward the locker room. A specific individual reportedly confronted and attacked them causing the injury that required medical attention.
Upcoming Meeting by the Chios Football Association
The entire incident has been officially recorded in the match report. The Chios Football Association has scheduled a special meeting for Monday evening 19/1 to review the events and decide on further action regarding the violent behavior directed at the female referees.
