A Finnish football player has received a 29-month ban from the sport for deliberately kicking a referee in the head. The Finnish Football Association (Palloliitto) deemed the act “intentional, severe, and completely against the values of football.” The severity of the punishment reflects the seriousness with which the association views the incident. This lengthy suspension effectively sidelines the player for over two years, impacting their career significantly. The incident underscores concerns about player conduct and respect for match officials. No further details regarding the match or player identity have been released. The association aims to send a strong message that such violent behavior will not be tolerated within Finnish football.