The Dutch football association, KNVB, announced the sad news in a statement on Monday.
“We are shocked and deeply saddened by the passing of referee Rob Dieperink,” the statement partly read
“Our thoughts go out to his family, friends, and everyone who held him dear. We wish them much strength and support in coping with this great loss.”
Dieperink was dropped for the 2026 World Cup after being arrested in the UK earlier this year.
He was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault on a teenage boy.
Dieperink, however, was not charged with any offence after the investigation.
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