ºüÀêÊÓƵ City SC defender Tim Parker has been fined an undisclosed amount by the MLS office for violating the league's public criticism policy of game officials.
Parker was upset that the referee called back a potential City SC goal in the first half of Saturday's 1-1 tie with Atlanta United.
The crowd goes from cheering to boos after the ref’s decision 😂
The 10-year veteran voiced his displeasure on a video of the play over social media.
Parker explained his stance during an interview on Thursday afternoon.
"I know that there is a line with the league in terms of what you can say and what you cannot say in order to warrant a fine," Parker noted. "I think it's clear that I like this league, I love this league, I want this league to have the reputation it deserves and will continue to grow and earn."
Under VAR review, officials first ruled that the offsides call was incorrect, but that a foul had occurred before the goal was scored.
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Parker , using just a clown emoji.
"I don't think the way the ref handled that situation was respectful to the players or the fans in our home stadium," Parker said. "I don't think that that was done fairly."
Parker, who scored the first goal in City SC history last season, has received a host of positive comments from supporters. Some went as far as to say they would help him pay the fine.
"The outreach of the fans was really funny," Parker said. "I really appreciated that."