"The Marcins will referee regularly final di Champions League between Inter e Manchester City". This is stated by theUefa, confirming for the match of Istanbul, the race director who ended up in the middle of a storm for having participated in an event organized by a member of theestrema destra Polish woman with homophobic and anti-Semitic positions.
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The Marcins he apologized with a note in which he underlines his “commitment to fighting discrimination in football. In future I will be more careful in assessing the events and organisations I associate with. I am committed to learning from this experience and ensuring that such errors of judgement do not occur in the future.”
UEFA announces that it has shed light on the matter “with care on the allegations relating to Marciniak’s participation in an event organised in Katowice on 29 May. Allegations taken with the utmost seriousness by UEFA as we unequivocally reject the values promoted by a group linked to this meeting. We have undertaken to gather all relevant information and have requested urgent clarification on the matter. And we have received a statement from Mr Marciniak in which he expresses his deepest apologies and provides a clarification on his involvement in the event”.
Marciniak's Apology Letter: UEFA Confirms Him For Final
“I wish to express my deepest apologies for my involvement and any inconvenience or harm it may have caused. – the letter from the referee designated for the final on June 10th – . It is clear that I was seriously misled and completely unaware of the true nature of this event. I did not know that it was associated with a Polish far-right movement, otherwise I would have categorically refused the invitation.”
“The values promoted by this movement are completely contrary to my personal beliefs. I want to underline my unwavering support for the values of UEFA, inclusiveness and respect for all individuals. I wholeheartedly condemn any form of hatred, discrimination or intolerance, as they have no place in sport or society. I also want to underline my commitment to fighting discrimination in football.”
“In the future, I will be more careful when evaluating events I attend. I will learn from this experience so as not to repeat mistakes in the future. I apologize to the clubs, players, fans, all those who place their trust in me. I fully understand that my actions have had repercussions beyond personal disappointment and I am fully prepared to accept any consequences that may arise from my reckless participation. I humbly ask for an opportunity to make amends and regain your trust through my future actions.”, concludes Marciniak.
On the basis of what was gathered and the referee's apologies, UEFA has decided to confirm him as referee for the Champions League final, reiterating that “is committed to promoting an inclusive, respectful and fair football environment and stands firmly against hatred, discrimination and intolerance. We reaffirm our commitment to promoting unity, respect and fair play within the beautiful game.”
Article published on 2 June 2023 - 14:00
