Tag: Saverio Sticchi Damiani

Lecce President Talks Journey from Serie C Ahead of Juventus Clash

Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lecce, Serie A, Transfer Market
Lecce president Saverio Sticchi Damiani believes it is too soon to speak out regarding the championship table, as his side prepare to take on Juventus in a mouthwatering encounter at the Allianz Stadium. The Salentini are one of the two unbeaten teams so far in the top flight, alongside league leaders Inter.
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Wednesday’s game between Lecce and Lazio was briefly halted in the second half as the opposing fans targeted Samuel Umtiti with racist chants.

Umtiti Praised for Response Following Racist Incident

Italian Football, Lazio, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023
Wednesday’s game between Lecce and Lazio was briefly halted in the second half as the opposing fans targeted Samuel Umtiti with racist chants. Referee Livio Marinelli considered halting the match altogether, but it continued as the local supporter started shouting the defender’s name. Lecce president and Gianni Infantino complimented him.
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