A female referee was forced off after being knocked to the ground while attempting to break up a confrontation between players during a preseason friendly on Saturday.

Referee Mathilde Demoncay was knocked down as the players fought during a friendly club match in France.

A FEMALE referee was left with a concussion after being knocked over in an on-pitch scuffle during a men’s friendly. French ...

Referee Mathilde Demoncay suffered an injury in bizarre fashion on Saturday during the friendly between FC Metz and Fortuna ...

A female referee suffered concussion when she was knocked to the ground as she tried to break ​up a melee between male players during a ‌friendly between French club Metz and Fortuna Sittard of the ...

FIFA could take disciplinary action against several players and coaches who strongly criticized referees during the 2026 World Cup.