Tensions were sky-high yesterday in Arienzo , during the match between the Gricignano d'Aversa team and Messercola , a match in the Third Category football championship.
Gricignano d'Aversa footballers attacked by fans
Some Gricignano d' Aversa players were attacked , to the point that the team was escorted by police officers from the Maddaloni police station to leave the stadium . Among those targeted was goalkeeper Giuseppe Tessitore , a lawyer.
Firecrackers, Threats and the Beating: The Arienzo Episodes
Two firecrackers were set off outside the door of the visiting team's locker room, and threats of future retaliation were subsequently reported . According to reports, the attack and beating were carried out by some Messercola fans.
“Yesterday, unfortunately, at the end of the match he was the victim of an attack by despicable individuals who have nothing in common with football ,” said Vittorio Lettieri , municipal councilor of Gricignano d'Aversa. “ In addition to condemning the episode, I would like to express my solidarity with his friend Peppe and the entire Gricignano team.”
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