These are the occupational hazards that come with the job. On a recent Sunday, a sideline referee found herself in a surprising situation when she was struck in the face by a ball that a player intended to clear.
This incident occurred during the Atletico-GO – Parana match in the Brazilian D2 league. The “woman in black,” visibly stunned, received immediate assistance from both players and staff.
Fortunately, the outcome was less severe than initially feared, as she was able to recover and resume her position on the field.
