Free speech via Twitter is not guaranteed for pro soccer player Ryan Babel at least.
The BBC says the Liverpool striker was fined about $16,000 for his tweet protesting an official's call which roughly tallies to $275 per character.
The post linked to an altered image showing the referee in their opponent's uniform. "And they call him one of the best referees. That's a joke," Babel added.
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