Champions League Final Referee Apologizes for Speaking at Far-Right Event, Keeps Position After UEFA Investigation
- Anti-racism group calls on Polish referee to distance himself from far-right politician after speaking at event organized by leader of Confederation, an extreme right-wing movement.
- UEFA investigates referee's involvement in event and concludes he addressed the issue after he offers apology and clarification.
- Referee says he was unaware of the true affiliations of the event and condemns hate, discrimination and intolerance.
- Polish anti-racism group NEVER AGAIN appreciates referee's statement against racism and does not call for his removal from Champions League final.
- UEFA's decision to keep referee comes after several racist incidents at recent soccer matches raise awareness of discrimination in the sport.