The story surrounding the alleged racist phrase attributed to the Inter defender Francesco Acerbi against the Napoli player Juan Jesus during Sunday night's match at San Siro continues to dominate the world of Italian football. The federal prosecutor, Giuseppe Chine, announced that tomorrow he will hear both players involved to clarify the matter.
The Federal Prosecutor's Office's initiative follows the request of sports judge Gerardo Mastrandrea, who asked for an in-depth investigation into the alleged expression of racial discrimination by Acerbi. Chinè will examine all available images and may decide to hear other witnesses, also considering the conflicting versions provided by the two players regarding the phrase uttered during the match.
The decision to open an in-depth investigation raises a number of questions. The outcome of the Federal Prosecutor's investigation could have significant consequences not only for Acerbi himself, but also for the way in which football addresses and manages issues related to discrimination and racism.
Article published on March 19, 2024 - 16pm
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