Columbus Crew sack coach for sexist remark to female referee

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Sept, 11:08 · Archive

Columbus Crew have sacked reserve team coach Federico Higuaín after he allegedly grabbed a female referee's hand and made a sexist comment.

Higuaín allegedly refused to let go of the female official's hand and told her 'don't forget this is a man's game' during a MLS Next Pro match. He was sent off for the incident and subsequently given a two-match ban before the club terminated his employment.

How it is being reported

• Columbus Crew sack coach Federico Higuaín for ‘man’s game’ jibe aimed at female refereeClub coach also allegedly grabbed female official’s hand Referees’ union criticises MLS’s two-match ban Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew have sacked their reserve team coach after he allegedly grabbed a female referee’s hand and told her “don’t forget this is a man’s game”. Federico Higuaín was sent off for the incident, which occurred during a MLS Next Pro league match, and was later given a two-match ban. Columbus Crew’s general manager, Issa Tall, said in a statement: “We determined it’s in the best interest of our club, players and support staff to dismiss Federico Higuaín from his…The Guardian · 23 Sept, 10:49
• MLS coach sacked after sexist remark to female refereeMLS club Columbus Crew sack their reserve team coach after he refused to let go of a female referee's hand and says "don't forget this is a man's game".BBC Sport · 23 Sept, 07:51

In this story: Federico Higuaín · Columbus Crew · Issa Tall · Major League Soccer

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