During a United States League Two match on June 13, a player with the Flint City Bucks became the target of a homophobic slur uttered by an opponent in Royal Oak, Michigan.
The club released a statement on June 17 confirming the incident, attaching a match report signed by the head referee that recorded the offensive language and the context in which it occurred.
USL League Two, the professional amateur soccer circuit that includes 158 clubs across 37 states, announced that it is opening a formal investigation and will apply its disciplinary framework to the matter.
Investigation and Policy
The league’s response reflects a zero‑tolerance stance toward discriminatory conduct, with officials pledging swift action once the facts are fully established.
The episode has sparked a wider dialogue about inclusion in American soccer, highlighting the role of leagues, clubs and match officials in safeguarding players from harassment.
As the review moves forward, the incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges that sports organizations face in promoting respectful and equitable environments for all participants.