Head Referee Tobar: Football Actors Must Own Their Words

Roberto Tobar, the head of referees in Chile, has responded to remarks made by Colo Colo forward Javier Correa targeting referee Nicolás Gamboa. Tobar emphasized that all individuals involved in Chilean professional football must be accountable for their statements. He conveyed his trust in the Disciplinary Tribunal to reach a suitable resolution.

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We have had specific instances, though not of this magnitude, but everything is left in the hands of the Tribunal, which is an independent body that will make the appropriate decision.

Tobar acknowledged that such situations involving players or coaches are not uncommon. "We have had specific instances, though not of this magnitude," he stated. He clarified that the matter is now in the hands of the independent tribunal. "It is a matter that we process through the referee's report, and we expect the Tribunal to make a decision in relation to what the player declared," Tobar added.

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It is a matter that we process through the referee's report, and we expect the Tribunal to make a decision in relation to what the player declared.

The Referee Commission remains open to dialogue, Tobar explained. "Each actor must take responsibility for their words and actions. This does not only happen in Chile, and we need criticism, if any, to be fair," he concluded.

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Each actor must take responsibility for their words and actions. This does not only happen in Chile, and we need criticism, if any, to be fair.