Soccer Ref Replaced After He’s Seen Wearing Inter Miami Jersey in Photos

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The Professional Referee Organization said they removed him because of a conflict of interest.

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Published Mar. 2 2024 3:02PM EST

Inter Miami CF fans wearing Lionel Messi #10 jerseys prior to the 2023 U.S. Open Cup Final — Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images

The Professional Referee Organization (PRO) replaced a Major League Soccer official who was set to work Saturday’s match between Inter Miami and Orlando City after he was seen wearing an Inter Miami jersey in multiple photos.

Amanda Yen

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Soccer Ref Replaced After He’s Seen Wearing Inter Miami Jersey in Photos

The Professional Referee Organization said they removed him because of a conflict of interest.

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