In an unexpected incident, referee Jose Maria Sanchez Martinez was injured during the semifinal match between Morocco and Spain at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The injury required the referee to leave the field and briefly stop the match, where he was given the necessary medical care.
The Spanish referee, known for his experience in officiating international matches, had been officiating the match with an excellent performance before the incident. He was replaced by a fourth referee to ensure the match continued according to the rules.
At the time of the injury, the score was still 0-0 between the two teams, with repeated attempts by both sides to score and win to reach the final. The referee’s exit is expected to affect the flow of the match, but both teams continue to play with great sportsmanship.
Source: Fes News Media