Overview

• Referee Guilherme Ceretta was removed from officiating the Inter Miami vs. Orlando City match after photos surfaced of him wearing an Inter Miami jersey, raising concerns of a potential conflict.
• The Professional Referee Organization (PRO) replaced Ceretta with Jaime Herrera, as replacement officials continue to work during the ongoing MLS referee lockout.
• The lockout stems from a labor dispute between PRO and the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) over a new collective bargaining agreement.
• Lionel Messi's presence has heightened attention on Inter Miami, with the team drawing significant interest early in the 2024 MLS season.
• Negotiations between PRO and PSRA remain at a standstill, with PRO warning of less favorable terms if an agreement is not reached by March 11.