Overview

• Katia Itzel García revealed she received death threats and misogynistic messages on social media after validating an own goal in Monterrey’s Leagues Cup match against FC Cincinnati.
• FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned the abuse as “consternating and saddening” and offered full institutional backing to the FMF and Concacaf to pursue legal accountability.
• Club Monterrey and Club América issued statements denouncing the threats and calling for respect and safety for match officials.
• The FMF is assisting García in lodging a formal complaint with Mexican authorities and coordinating with Concacaf on the investigation.
• The case has underscored widespread gender-based violence in Mexican sport and prompted expanded security measures for referees at upcoming fixtures.