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The official faces suspension after controversial Lukaku decisions.
Serie A referee Davide Massa is expected to be sidelined for upcoming matches following his controversial handling of Romelu Lukaku's fouls in the Napoli-Roma clash on Sunday.
What happened?
Massa failed to issue a yellow card to Lukaku despite two potentially bookable offences in the first half, sparking criticism and calls for disciplinary action.
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According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, refereeing authorities reviewed the official's performance and deemed his decisions regarding the Belgian unacceptable.
They believe that at least one of the fouls, particularly a challenge on Zeki Celik, warranted a yellow card.
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Massa’s suspension
As a result, the referee is likely to face a one-match suspension, preventing him from officiating any Serie A fixtures next weekend.
This decision underscores the league's commitment to accountability and maintaining high standards of officiating.
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Roma coach Claudio Ranieri had hinted at the injustice of Lukaku escaping a booking during the match, which saw Roma lose to Napoli at the Stadio Maradona.
What comes next?
It remains to be seen whether further action will be taken, but Massa's suspension sends a clear message about the importance of fair and accurate officiating.
Roma's next Serie A match is against Atalanta at the Stadio Olimpico, while Napoli will travel to face Torino.
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