World Cup ref in charge of final has previous ‘sex party’ arrest
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- FIFA has appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic to officiate the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, marking a significant assignment despite his controversial past.
- In 2020, Vincic was arrested at a Bosnian party involving drugs and prostitution but was released without charges, only serving as a witness; one attendee was later convicted for international enticement to prostitution.
- Vincic has publicly expressed regret for attending the party, explaining he was there by chance for a business meeting and had no involvement in illegal activities.
- The president of the Slovenian Football Referees Association defended Vincic, describing the incident as an unfortunate circumstance and emphasizing his lack of connection to the arrested individuals.
- Vincic has officiated three matches during the current World Cup, with his team of assistant referees also from Slovenia and the fourth official from Jordan.
