AS Roma fans attack referee Taylor, governing body speaks out

In a video posted on social media, referee Anthony Taylor and his family were attacked by a group of AS Roma fans at Budapest airport (Hungary) when returning to England.

After the Europa League final, coach Mourinho went to the garage at Budapest Stadium to insult referee Anthony Taylor, claiming that the English "king in black" had made decisions that were disadvantageous to AS Roma. For example, the situation of not giving the "Wolves" a penalty after Fernando handled the ball in the penalty area.

However, the story is not over yet. In a video posted on social media, referee Anthony Taylor and his family were attacked by a group of AS Roma fans at Budapest airport upon their return to England.

According to the records, this group of fans "threw" bad words at referee Anthony Taylor. Not only that, they also threw water, spat and even threw chairs at the English referee.

Budapest airport security had a hard time getting referee Anthony Taylor and his family into a private lounge. Some of his companions were beaten by AS Roma fans and had to be intervened by the police.

Trước đó, HLV Mourinho nổi điên vì những quyết định của trọng tài Anthony Taylor (Nguồn: Getty).

Previously, coach Mourinho was furious because of referee Anthony Taylor's decisions (Source: Getty).

Immediately, the English referees' governing body (PGMOL) spoke up: "PGMOL has been monitoring videos circulating on social media. In it, referee Anthony Taylor and his family were harassed and abused at Budapest airport.

We are appalled by the senseless abuse of Mr Anthony Taylor and his family. We will support him to the fullest extent possible."

It is not impossible that coach Mourinho will receive a heavy penalty from the European Football Federation (UEFA) for attacking the referee. Not only that, AS Roma Club also faces the risk of receiving a similar penalty.

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