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Youth Football Trainer Attacks Referee After Match in Nonnenhorn

The referee suffered minor injuries in the assault, which police are now investigating for intentional bodily harm, insult, and property damage.

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Overview

  • The incident occurred shortly after a youth football match in Nonnenhorn, Lindau district, when the losing team's trainer attacked the referee.
  • Players of the losing team had insulted the referee immediately after the game, escalating tensions.
  • The 45-year-old trainer struck the referee, tore his shirt, and caused minor injuries to his upper body.
  • The assault was stopped when the opposing team's trainer intervened; the attacker later threatened the referee again before leaving the field.
  • Police have launched an investigation into the trainer for intentional bodily harm, insult, and property damage, with the motive for the attack still unclear.