“I’ll Slap You” – Spalletti Set to Miss Juventus-Lazio Clash After Heated Spat
Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti will likely be suspended for his team’s big showdown against Lazio next Sunday.
Lazio Ahead of Juventus in Serie A table
To the surprise of many, the Bianconeri will arrive to the contest five points behind the high-flying Aquile, who currently share the top spot with Inter Milan on 16 points. Gennaro Gattuso’s men maintained their almost flawless run by beating Monza on Sunday afternoon by three goals to one, while the Turin-based giants were only able to salvage a late draw in Cagliari later in the evening.
Juventus Drop Points in Cagliari
Former Lazio loanee Daniel Maldini gave the Isolani a shocking first-half lead with his fourth goal in as many games. The Sardinians almost held to their slim advantage, but a late equaliser from Randal Kolo Muani ensured the Old Lady returned to Turin with a point in the bag. However, the action didn’t end with the final whistle, as Spalletti decided to confront his Cagliari counterpart, Fabio Pisacane.
Luciano Spalletti Sent Off After Pisacane Confrontation
The two managers had to be separated by the two benches before the match official stepped in to show them both red cards. JuventusNews24 revealed the unsavoury exchange between the two men, beginning with Spalletti, who sarcastically congratulated his younger colleague for his team’s ability to run the clock: “Well done at wasting time, too.”
Spalletti’s mocking tone prompted an angry reaction from Pisacane, who kept hold of the 67-year-old. “What are you doing?” asked Spalletti when his opponent refused to let go. The Cagliari boss responded: “No, what are you doing?” . In the heat of the moment, Spalletti threatened Pisacane by saying: “I’ll slap you”.
Spalletti to Be Suspended for Juventus vs Lazio
After receiving a red card, Spalletti is expected to receive at least a one-match ban, meaning that he’ll miss next Sunday’s clash against Lazio at the Allianz Stadium. The sports judge is expected to confirm the decision after the end of the Serie A round, most likely by Tuesday
