Roma fans harassed soccer referee Anthony Taylor and his family at Budapest Airport following Wednesday's Europa League final. Cops have now launched a criminal investigation.
The Roma fans were upset their squad lost to Sevilla by penalty kick after ending regulation tied 1-1 in the Europa League final. Taylor handed out 13 yellow cards during the game.was seen confronting the referee in a parking lot, hurling expletives at him.As for the ugly behavior at the airport ... it's drawn widespread rebuke from everyone from the referees union to the Premier League itself who blasted the fans for the way they acted.
"[We're] aware of videos circulating on social media showing Anthony Taylor and his family being harassed and abused at Budapest Airport," the Professional Game Match Officials Limited said. "We are appalled at the unjustified and abhorrent abuse directed at Anthony and his family as he tries to make his way home from refereeing the UEFA Europa League final."The Premier League also issued a statement, saying they were"shocked and appalled by the unacceptable abuse" Taylor and his family endured.
The PL added Anthony is one of their most accomplished and experienced officials, saying "No one should have to suffer the inexcusable behavior they had to endure."
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