Story here. Dr. Codesal was the referee in the 1990 WC Final in Rome. http://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/jan/17/mexico-officials-protest-attack-referee-chief PH
Maybe the wings and burgers are much better in the VIP box??? But seriously, I have to only guess that his presence might have been requested???
You are talking about one of the most corrupt and violent countries in the industrialized world. Their former national team had coach got fired for trying to start a fight with a reporter. I'm not surprised at all. I'm more surprised that he isn't dead. The entire country is a cesspool of corruption and disorganization in all aspects of life.
I have to guess that his assault was "in honor" of preaching what he REALLY believes... http://thenews.mx/2016/01/violent-deputy-sends-anti-violence-proposal/ Fidel Kuri Grajales, federal deputy of Veracruz, who attacked the head of the National Soccer League arbitration committee, Edgardo Codesal, presented an initiative to promote a culture of peace in sport on Dec. 15, 2015. Kuri Grajales, aware that sports events sometimes cause fans’ passions to overflow and result in violence, thought it was necessary to modify the Physical Culture and Sports General Law.
Do as I say, not as I do. Great example. This owner needs a huge fine and a ban from attending matches for the balance of the season.
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/soccer-veracruz-owner-banned-attack-referees-boss-111106628--sow.html Close. It looks like he can still attend home matches, but a 1 year soccer ban I'd say is appropriate.