Liverpool vs Galatasaray referee was forced to apologise after far-right event speechThe Polish referee will officiate Liverpool vs Galatasaray at Anfield on Wednesday nightView 2 Images Szymon Marciniak was forced to apologise for his attendance at a far-right event (Image: JONATHAN NACKSTRAND/AFP via Getty Images)A top-tier referee who previously had to apologise for his association with a far-right event will officiate Liverpool vs Galatasaray on Wednesday night. However, the Polish referee has dealt with larger controversies in the past, having been compelled to apologise for attending a business gathering linked to a far-right politician. ‌UEFA noted Never Again's acceptance of Marciniak's apology at the time and confirmed that he would referee the European final. Watch Liverpool vs Galatasaray on TNT Sports This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Three years later, the Polish ref will take the main job for Liverpool vs Galatasaray with the Reds' European progress on the line.

Source: Express March 18, 2026 17:24 UTC