Scandal in Brazil: Referee who is accused of sexism during the football game of women – news

Referee Juliano José Alves Rodrigues is examined during a Brazilian women's football game between Bragantino and São Paulo for sexist behavior.

Brazilian women's football faces a new controversy according to the referee Juliano José Alves Rodrigues was accused sexist behavior While A Paulista Feminina Match between Bragantino And São Pauloheld on Thursday.

The incident then came to light Bragantino midfielder Stella Terra claimed that the referee made an inappropriate remark during the game. Speak to TNT sportshe said: “He turned to me and said: 'I will come for you at the right time.'” She added that São Paulos Aline Milene Witness of the exchange and confirmed it.

“Everyone heard their biased and sexist comments. I raised my hands as a signal that this behavior was unacceptable.” Terra explained and referred to A New protocol introduced by the Football association by São Paulo (FPF)What the referees committed Break Matches when he is informed about racist, discriminatory or abusive behaviors.

Despite this, Rodrigues did not take any measures And the game continued continuously and continued to escalate the controversy.

Aline Mallene The behavior of the referee strongly condemned: “This should not happen in women's football. If male referees are assigned, some believe that they can say everything they want. There must be respect.”

Both Bragantino and São Paulo Issued explanations in full support of your playersDemanding accountability and an appropriate reaction to the alleged misconduct.

The FPF has started an investigation since thenpublish an explanation:

“Under no circumstances, the FPF tolerates prejudices, discrimination or disrespect on or outside the pitch. All actions that contradict the values ​​of equality, respect and integrity are thoroughly examined.”

The examination is already underway, with further details being expected Witnesses and video material were checked.