🚨 FMF statement on death threats against Katia Itzel | OneFootball

The Mexican Football Federation issued a statement this afternoon condemning the death threats against Mexican referee Katia Itzel, following her participation in the Rayados vs. Cincinnati match during the first round of the Leagues Cup.

"The Mexican Football Federation (FMF), through the Referees Commission, strongly condemns the acts of intimidation and threats directed at FIFA-badged referee Katia Itzel García, and expresses its full support for the statements and public expressions made by her.

The Federation will advise and accompany Katia in the process of filing a complaint with the relevant authorities. Likewise, the FMF is in constant communication with CONCACAF as well as with the Leagues Cup Organizing Committee, with the sole objective of guaranteeing the integrity and safety of Katia and all referees in the tournament," they stated.

The Mexican referee reported through her social media various messages with death threats she received from "fans" of Rayados, who blame her for the Mexican team's defeat against the MLS team.

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