Press statement from İzmir Football Referees
Numerous statements have been issued condemning the events following the attack on referee Halil Umut Meler. While there was anticipation regarding how the refereeing community would take a stance on this issue, the İzmir Football Referees announced that they would hold a press conference regarding the matter.
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In the statement, which says 'As İzmir Football Referees, we are one heart,' the attack on Umut Meler and Turkish football was condemned, and the following was shared:
Coming together under the leadership of the İzmir Provincial Referee Board and the İzmir Football Referees Solidarity Association; regarding the despicable attack on our FIFA-badged referee Halil Umut Meler and Turkish football;
We have decided to hold a press conference at the İzmir Atatürk Stadium on Thursday, December 14, at 18:00.
Press Statement
#HalilUmutMelerIsNotAlone
Date: Thursday, December 14
Time: 18:00
Location: İzmir Atatürk Stadium