‘A step backwards’: MLS players’ union criticizes referee lockout
- MLS season will kickoff with replacement officials- Union says replacement refs could jeopardize health and safety The MLS Players Association on Tuesday urged a quick resolution to the lockout of the league’s referees and cautioned that the use of replacement game officials during the labor dispute could jeopardize the health of players.Barring a sudden agreement, the 2024 MLS season opener on Wednesday featuring Argentina great Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami against Real Sal Lake will be officiated by replacement referees. Continue reading...
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