Overview

• Independent panel of U.S. Soccer, Canada Soccer and PRO officials found Ford erred in issuing Ocampo’s second yellow and rescinded the red card.
• During the San Jose–Vancouver game, Ford’s two cautions to Ocampo and a penalty that stood after a VAR review shifted momentum and led to a 2-1 result.
• PRO examined social-media photos showing Ford at past LAFC matches and ruled out disciplinary action after noting he wore no team apparel.
• The referee organization pledged to re-evaluate its rules on officials’ off-field club associations to enhance transparency and guard against perceived conflicts.
• Ford’s next MLS assignments are pending as players and fans continue to voice criticism over his on-field decisions.