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Ramin Rezaeian Summoned by Iranian Football Ethics Committee on December 27, 2024, After Hugging Female Fan Before Esteghlal Match

Dec 27, 2024, 03:56 PM

Ramin Rezaeian, a defender for the Iranian football club Esteghlal, has been summoned by the Iranian Football Federation's ethics committee following an incident where he hugged a female fan. This event occurred on December 27, 2024, before a match between Esteghlal and Chador Molu Ardakan in Yazd. A video of the encounter circulated on social media, prompting media reports about the disciplinary action. The ethics committee labeled the incident as a 'moral violation.' This situation is reminiscent of a previous case involving Esteghlal's captain, who faced suspension and penalties for a similar offense. The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding female spectators in Iranian football, particularly since they were recently allowed to attend matches after a lengthy ban lasting over 40 years.