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Male footballer slaps female referee after he’s sent off

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Last updated: September 4, 2025 1:23 am
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Published: September 4, 2025
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A Colombian footballer Javier Bolivar has come under heavy criticism after slapping referee Vanessa Ceballos during a midweek match between Real Alianza Cataquera and Deportivo Quique.

The incident occurred in the 66th minute when Bolivar, who was on the sidelines, was shown a red card by Ceballos. Before she could finish raising the card, the Real Alianza Cataquera player confronted the referee and, while turning away, struck her across the face with his right hand.

Ceballos reacted furiously, attempting to kick Bolivar before being restrained by others on the pitch. Players expressed outrage, with one goalkeeper pushing Bolivar away from the referee.

Male footballer slaps female referee after he?s sent off

Footage of the incident quickly spread online, sparking condemnation of Bolivar’s conduct and calls for disciplinary action.

In response to the backlash, Bolivar issued a lengthy apology on Instagram, acknowledging his behaviour as “disrespectful and inappropriate.” He denied intentionally slapping the referee, claiming he had been trying to grab the whistle from her mouth.

“I want to make it absolutely clear that at no time was there any physical aggression toward the referee,” Bolivar wrote. “However, I understand that my gesture was offensive and portrayed her as contrary to the values of football and respect. Therefore, I humbly apologize to her, her family, the women, and everyone who was affected by what happened.”

He added: “I firmly reject any form of violence, especially against women. Women deserve all our respect, care, and admiration. My commitment is to work on my personal and athletic growth so as to never again repeat an act that violates anyone’s dignity.”

Colombian football authorities are expected to decide on disciplinary measures, with Bolivar facing the possibility of a lengthy suspension.

#EnVideo📹
"Vergonzoso"

📌..El jugador Javier Bolivar del Real Alianza Cataquera, bofeteó a la arbitro Vanessa Ceballos.
La árbitra de la tercera división (C) del fútbol Colombiano 🇨🇴, manifestó sentirse humillada.

✍️.Este degenerado que no juegue más nunca🤬 @FIFAcom pic.twitter.com/hgXWxSFqGt

— ENTÉRATE 📢 (@enterate_0812) September 3, 2025

 

 

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