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Man dies after fight at California soccer game over refereeing decision

Police have appealed for witnesses who may be able to help their investigation
Police have appealed for witnesses who may be able to help their investigation. Photograph: Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images

A 29-year-old man has died 15 days days after he was involved in a fight between two amateur soccer teams in southern California.

Police confirmed that Misael Sanchez died on Monday morning, two weeks after he became involved in the fight at a high school in Oxnard, a city in the greater Los Angeles area. According to police, players and fans fought after witnesses said they disagreed over a refereeing decision. The game was part of an adult sports league that is unaffiliated with the school.

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