Istvan Kovacs, „huiduit” de o țară întreagă. Răzvan Burleanu îi ține spatele arbitrului în scandalul de după derby: „Este rolul nostru să îl susținem!”

Răzvan Burleanu, head of the Romanian Football Federation, expressed support for referee Istvan Kovacs amid criticism following a controversial derby match. He emphasized that referees, like players, experience ups and downs and deserve backing during tough times. Burleanu highlighted Kovacs' achievements, including officiating at a World Cup and in the Champions League, and stressed the importance of VAR technology in ensuring correct decisions. He noted that the evolution of football requires understanding and patience with referees, especially when mistakes occur. Burleanu's comments came during a press conference announcing a new partnership for the federation.