Referee Anthony Taylor Almost Quit After Mourinho's Outburst

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor revealed he nearly quit refereeing due to the abusive behavior he faced from fans, notably after an incident involving Jose Mourinho at Budapest airport. The incident occurred following Roma's loss to Sevilla in the 2023 Europa League final, where furious Italian fans targeted Taylor.

Mourinho had confronted Taylor at Puskás Arena, criticizing his decisions during the match. Taylor described the experience as the worst abuse he has ever encountered, emphasizing the challenges and pressures referees face during high-profile matches.

Despite the ordeal, Taylor maintained that he made no major mistakes during the Europa League final.