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High school soccer referee suffers broken ribs, collapsed lung after player tackle

High school soccer referee suffers broken ribs, collapsed lung after player tackle
World Sports · 19:53:20 - Friday, 30 October 2026

A high school soccer referee suffered broken ribs and a collapsed lung after being tackled by a player during a match, according to reports.

The incident occurred during a high school soccer game, though the exact date and location have not been disclosed. The referee was taken to a hospital for treatment of the serious injuries.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tackle. No further details about the player or potential disciplinary action have been released.

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