‘A step backwards’: MLS players’ union criticizes referee lockout

www.theguardian.com ‘A step backwards’: MLS players’ union criticizes referee lockout

The league will kick off the season with replacement officials, with the MLSPA saying replacement refs could jeopardize the health and safety of players

MLS season will kickoff with replacement officials- Union says replacement refs could jeopardize health and safety The MLS Players Association on Tuesday urged a quick resolution to the lockout of the league’s referees and cautioned that the use of replacement game officials during the labor dispute could jeopardize the health of players.Barring a sudden agreement, the 2024 MLS season opener on Wednesday featuring Argentina great Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami against Real Sal Lake will be officiated by replacement referees. Continue reading...

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