"FIFA stated that it was aware of the serious allegation following the arrest of a match official for an alleged sexual assault at a hotel in Britain."
"The match official will not be considered for any FIFA competition matches, as confirmed by FIFA in a statement regarding the ongoing investigation."
"UEFA expressed concern over the situation, stating it will also not select the official for its games while the investigation is active."
"The Metropolitan Police in London released a man in his 30s on bail, as the investigation into the alleged incident continues."
A match official, previously considered for the men's World Cup, was arrested in Britain for alleged sexual assault involving a teenage boy. FIFA confirmed awareness of the serious allegations and stated the official will not be listed for any FIFA competitions. UEFA also announced it would not select the official for its games, emphasizing the ongoing investigation. The official's identity and the specific UEFA game he was officiating remain undisclosed. The Metropolitan Police released the man on bail as the investigation continues.
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