Progresso FC apologizes for the incident that occurred during Saturday night’s championship final involving our player, Latrell Middleton, and the presence of an animal on the field of play.

First and foremost, Progresso FC deeply regrets what occurred and offers a sincere apology to the public. As a club, we do not condone animal cruelty in any form. The actions seen in the footage do not reflect the values, principles, or standards that Progresso FC stands for. We firmly believe in sportsmanship, respect, and responsibility, both on and off the field, and we respect all living beings.

We acknowledge the red card issued by the match officials and understand that the incident is currently under review by the relevant authorities. Progresso FC will cooperate fully with any investigation and will also address the matter internally in accordance with league regulations and our own disciplinary procedures.

While there is no justification for what occurred, we recognize that emotions can run high in the intensity of a championship match.

Progresso FC remains committed to accountability, learning from this incident, and taking steps to ensure greater awareness and responsibility moving forward. We respectfully call for a thorough and balanced review of all major incidents from the match and reaffirm our commitment to upholding the highest standards of conduct in Belizean football.

Progresso FC remains dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and contributing positively to the sport of football in Belize.

Progresso FC

Management