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Referee Quits Napoli Matches Amid Rising Violence

4/9/2025

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Marco Guida, an international referee, has stepped back from officiating Napoli matches due to personal and family safety concerns. He has bravely spoken out against the alarming rise in violence towards referees, especially younger ones, and has called out the media for fostering a hostile environment. Guida urges for a cultural shift to restore respect for officials.

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Marco Guida, an international referee, has stepped back from officiating Napoli matches due to personal and family safety concerns. He has bravely spoken out against the alarming rise in violence towards referees, especially younger ones, and has called out the media for fostering a hostile environment. Guida urges for a cultural shift to restore respect for officials.