UEFA’s decision on Anthony Taylor following the Europa League final
UEFA has made a fresh announcement on ARSMUN VAR.
Anthony Taylor received harsh criticism after officiating Sevilla’s Europa League final versus Roma. Following Roma’s penalty shootout loss to Sevilla, manager Jose Mourinho lashed out at Taylor, calling him a “f****** disgrace.” Mourinho was enraged after a penalty appeal was denied during the game when the score was 1-1.
Following the final, a group of Roma fans confronted Taylor at Budapest Airport in Hungary, apparently inspired by Mourinho’s words, and subjected him to further abuse. Fans slammed the Premier League referee, who required police protection as he escaped to safety. UEFA appeared satisfied with Taylor’s performance in the final, contrary to initial reports that UEFA might probe his performance. While some reports suggested that UEFA could conduct an investigation on Taylor’s performance, sources have rejected these claims and stated that Taylor will continue to be selected for critical matches. The harassment and insults aimed at Anthony Taylor and his family have been condemned by Professional Game Officials Limited (PGMOL). They expressed their outrage at this inequitable treatment and reiterated their unshakable support for Taylor and her family during this trying time. The OROBA League final established Sevilla’s dominance, as the club won five yellow maps on its road to the Europa League title. Despite the fact that the scenario is fraught with difficulties, Taylor was recognized by UEFA (UEFA) for his great performance of his former Premier League judge Mark Halsia. Halsey did not comment on Mourinho’s, “Roma” or “Sevilla” players’ actions. He called their actions alarming and voiced concern about the influence it could have on young fans all over the world. Taylor and his officials were lauded for keeping the game orderly under tremendous pressure from the players and club managers.
Referees, according to Halsey, do not want to send players off, but can only react to their behavior. On this instance, the players’ and coaches’ actions made it extremely difficult for Anthony Taylor to successfully control the game. Halsey continued by hoping that UEFA would take disciplinary action against both clubs to deter similar behavior in the future.