Who punched Ricardo Portillo?
The 17-year-old, named by Deseret News as Jose Domingo Teran, punched 46-year-old Ricardo Portillo once in the head on April 27 after the referee called a foul on him. Portillo died after a weeklong coma following the match in a Salt Lake City suburb of Murray, leaving behind three daughters and four grandchildren.
What happens if you punch a referee in soccer?
They get a red card and may get suspended for multiple games after that. If the offense was severe, it may lead to an indefinite suspension or a prolonged suspension. It is rare that this happens. They would be immediately ejected from the game, subject to a hefty fine and perhaps face a lengthy suspension.
Has a referee ever been killed?
Otávio Jordão da Silva Cantanhede, a 20-year-old Brazilian amateur football referee, was lynched, beheaded and quartered by football spectators after he stabbed a player to death in a match he officiated on 30 June 2013.
What is the penalty for hitting a referee?
The amount of the fine leveled against players who make physical contact with referees depends on whether it is a first time or repeat offense. First time offenders face a fine of $35,096. For second-time offenders, that fine is basically doubled to $70,194.
How much does referee make in Super Bowl?
Money.com reported that starting in 2019, officials made $201,000 on average. In addition, officials also have a 401(k) plan that features an annual deposit of $18,000 with the league partially matching.
Can a ref score a goal?
A referee may not deliberately score a goal in a football match. However, a ball that bounces off the referee and into the goal stands as a goal.
What happens if you accidentally hit a referee?
If it was accidental, because the referee got too close – no penalty. If the ref is knocked down there will be a time-out from that moment. The bout will continue when the ref restarts it.
Has a referee ever kicked the ball?
When Has a Referee Ever Scored a Goal? In September 2001, Brian Savill was refereeing a Great Bromley Cup tie between Earls Colne and Wimpole 2000 and volley the ball into the back of the net to score for Wimpole.