Argentinian referee suspended after red card shown to president's son.
30.10.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
30.10.2025
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Referee suspended for showing a red card to the president's son
According to The Sun: The Argentine Football Association suspended the referee after he showed a red card to the president of the organization’s son. During a tense match between Barracas Central and Boca Juniors, referee Nicolas Lamolina sparked outrage over several of his decisions made during the game on Monday.
“This caused a major stir, as this is the highest authority in Argentine football,” noted one of the commentators.
The match was filled with controversial moments that raised questions about the fairness and objectivity of refereeing in Argentine football.
This incident only highlights the complex situation in Argentine football, where issues of power and influence often come to the forefront. The suspension of a referee who took such a controversial step may signal a need to rethink approaches to officiating in the country.
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