​Referee Anthony Taylor was attacked at Budapest airport by Roma supporters after the Italian side lost to Sevilla in the Europa League final.

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The referee of the Europa League final, who was attacked by Roma fans.

At the Budapest airport, the referee of the final was recognized by fans while waiting to board the plane. The family was central suddenly. They threw water and even a chair at them.

As Sky Sports reports, the Budapest airport announced that a criminal case was opened against the Italian after the incident.

The referee was escorted to a safe area and then safely boarded the plane, News.ro writes.