The PSRA voted to extend the agreement until January 31, but announced the possibility of a work stoppage if certain outstanding issues were not resolved.

The PSRA cited unfair labor practices such as direct dealing, insufficient benefits and compensation, and scheduling issues.

[7] They also made statement that "all workers deserve a fair wage, safe working conditions, and the ability to collectively bargain in good faith," suggesting that they somewhat supported the PSRA position.

The decision was generally considered incorrect, including by Busquets himself who stated in an interview that he did not believe the foul to be worthy of a yellow card.

[8] Much of the blame was attributed to the league using less experienced replacement referees, with Ciampi struggling to maintain control for the entirety of the match.

[9] The league retroactively rescinded Delgado's red card after the match following a successful appeal from the LA Galaxy.