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20-05-2025
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What desperate Barella told referee Chiffi after Lazio were awarded late penalty vs Inter
What desperate Barella told referee Chiffi after Lazio were awarded late penalty vs Inter Nicolò Barella showed clear signs of frustration in the final minutes of Inter's home clash against Lazio, voicing all his dismay to referee Daniele Chiffi after the official awarded a 90th-minute penalty to the Biancocelesti. As the visitors mounted one of their final pushes in search of an equaliser, they switched play from right to left, where Valentin Castellanos controlled the ball and attempted to flick it past Yann Bisseck — the ball striking the centre-back's hand in the process. MILAN, ITALY – MAY 18: Nicolo' Barella of FC Internazionale is challenged by Taty Castellanos of SS Lazio during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SS Lazio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on May 18, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) Chiffi initially waved play on, but was called to the monitor for a VAR review moments later. Advertisement It only took a brief look at the screen for the referee to overturn his decision and award the penalty, triggering fierce protests from Inter players and staff, both on the pitch and on the sidelines. 'I'm playing for my life': what Barella told Chiffi after referee's penalty call in Inter vs Lazio As the referee pointed to the spot, Barella — Inter's captain on the night — immediately approached Chiffi, visibly shaken as he asked for an explanation. 'He's standing like this with his hands, explain to me how that can be a penalty?,' Barella immediately shouted at Chiffi, as shown in the footage aired during DAZN's Open VAR segment. Advertisement 'Listen to me, stay calm,' replied the referee. 'I am not calm, I'm playing for my life,' Barella added. 'So are we, always,' Chiffi told the midfielder. Niccolo Barella of Inter Milan scores the 0-3 goal during the Italian Serie A soccer match between SS Lazio and FC Inter, in Rome, Italy, 16 December 2024. EPA-EFE/ALESSANDRO DI MEO 'No, you're not playing for anything, I am,' the Italy international insisted. 'Stop — that's how it is. He opens it and leaves it, he makes the movement,' the referee continued.
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20-05-2025
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Italian Journalist Deems VAR Intervention In Inter Milan 2-2 Lazio Serie A Draw 'Embarrassing'
Italian journalist Maurizio Pistocchi took stock of a controversial VAR call in last weekend's 2-2 draw between Inter Milan and Lazio. Pistocchi took to Twitter via FCInter1908 to deliver his assessment of the decision to award the Biancocelesti a dubious penalty. Advertisement Marco Baroni's side held Inter winless in an ill-tempered affair on Sunday night. Indeed, Lazio fought back twice to deny the Nerazzurri perhaps one last chance to overtake Napoli at the top of Serie A. However, referee Daniele Chiffi played a huge part in Lazio's late comeback. First, he neglected Boulaye Dia's offside position in the build-up to Pedro's 72nd-minute equalizer. Then, he handed the visiting team a questionable penalty in second-half stoppages. At first, he refused to penalize Yann Bisseck's handball inside the box. But, after consulting with VAR, he changed his decision. Pedro made no mistake from the spot to make it 2-2. Maurizio Pistocchi Offers His Verdict on Controversial VAR Decisions in Inter Milan vs Lazio Serie A Draw FLORENCE, ITALY – NOVEMBER 5: referee Daniele Chiffi looks on during the Serie A TIM match between ACF Fiorentina and Juventus at Stadio Artemio Franchi on November 5, 2023 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by) Chiffi's calls have steered plenty of controversy, prompting furious reactions from the Nerazzurri camp. Advertisement Indeed, Simone Inzaghi couldn't hold his nerve and earned a red card toward the end of the game. Now, Pistocchi deemed Chiffi's decisions 'embarrassing.' Furthermore, he accused VAR of showing the main referee 'wrong' footage. 'Embarrassing,' he wrote. 'That's how the handling of the footage for the incident that decided Inter-Lazio by VAR official Di Paolo can be described.' As a result of Chiffi's poor game handling, Inter will take on Como without Inzaghi. Unfortunately, the 49-year-old manager must serve a touchline ban for his late-game tantrum. However, the club chiefs have backed their manager despite his outburst, as controversy became intolerable. Unfavorable calls have significantly derailed Inter's title chances this season, leaving everyone at San Siro fuming. Yet, anything could happen on the final day.
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20-05-2025
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Ex Serie A Referee On Yann Bisseck Controversial Penalty In Inter Milan 2-2 Lazio Draw: 'VAR Shouldn't Have Intervened'
Ex Serie A Referee On Yann Bisseck Controversial Penalty In Inter Milan 2-2 Lazio Draw: 'VAR Shouldn't Have Intervened' Former Serie A referee Gianpaolo Calvarese delivered his verdict on scandalous VAR calls during Inter Milan's controversial draw against Lazio. Calvarese took to social media to offer his view on the incidents that led to a fatal 2-2 draw last Sunday, via FCInterNews. Advertisement Indeed, his decision helped Lazio get both goals at San Siro, handing Antonio Conte's team a crucial title boost. Chiffi decided Pedro's 72nd-minute equalizer was legit, even though Boulaye Dia was miles offside in the build-up. However, the hammer blow was yet to come. Denzel Dumfries restored Inter's lead, only to see his effort go in vain thanks to another dubious VAR call. Though Chiffi waved play on despite Lazio's penalty appeals, he eventually penalized Yann Bisseck's handball. After reviewing the incident with VAR, he changed his decision, giving Lazio a pivotal 90th-minute penalty. Unfortunately, there was no way back for Inter this time. Gianpaolo Calvarese Delivers Verdict on VAR Controversy in Inter Milan vs Lazio Draw FLORENCE, ITALY – NOVEMBER 5: Referee Daniele Chiffi gestures during the Serie A TIM match between ACF Fiorentina and Juventus at Stadio Artemio Franchi on November 5, 2023 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by) 'A difficult, borderline incident,' Calvarese said. 'There are elements suggesting it is punishable and others suggesting it isn't. Advertisement 'For that reason alone, in my view, it's not a VAR case. 'If we look at the still image, Bisseck's arm is close to his body, which would lean toward non-punishability,' Calvarese continued. 'However, the arm does make an extra movement toward the ball. 'It's that dynamic that led VAR official Di Paolo to call Chiffi to the monitor. 'That said, in this season, similar incidents haven't triggered a VAR review – like Baschirotto's in Lecce-Inter.' Finally, Calverese shared his thoughts about appointing Marco Guida as an assistant referee in the VAR booth. 'Another reason behind Inter's media silence is the appointment of Guida,' he added. Advertisement 'In my view, it was a somewhat risky choice. For the sake of balance, other referees could have been selected. 'I was convinced that any debatable episode would be used for political point-scoring by both sides.'
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20-05-2025
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Simone Inzaghi Fury Reason Why Inter Milan 2-2 Lazio Post-Match Press Conference Cancelled
Simone Inzaghi lost control toward the end of Sunday's ill-tempered 2-2 Serie A draw between Inter Milan and Lazio. Per La Repubblica via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri chiefs decided to cancel the post-game conference to prevent further damage. Advertisement Furthermore, he also sent off Lazio boss Marco Baroni. Indeed, both managers had to watch the final few minutes from the stands. However, the result did more harm to Inter, probably denying them the last chance to win the Scudetto. Why Inter Milan Canceled Simone Inzaghi Press Conference After Lazio Draw TURIN, ITALY – MAY 11: Simone Inzaghi, Head Coach of FC Internazionale, gestures during the Serie A match between Torino and FC Internazionale at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on May 11, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by) Simone Inzaghi didn't take Chiffi's decisions well. On the contrary, he was furious, and understandably so. Chiffi's errors may have paved the way for Napoli's second Serie A triumph in three years. Therefore, the ex-Lazio coach had a touchline tantrum, which will see him miss the final-day clash against Como. Advertisement Moreover, Inter executives had to calm Inzaghi down after the final whistle as he couldn't reconcile with the result. Keen to prevent further damage, the Nerazzurri decided against showing up at the post-game conference.
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20-05-2025
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Serie A Designator Hails Inter Milan Vs Lazio Referee Despite Several Controversial Decisions: 'Positive Performance In A Difficult Contest'
Serie A Designator Hails Inter Milan Vs Lazio Referee Despite Several Controversial Decisions: 'Positive Performance In A Difficult Contest' Gianluca Rocchi praised under-fire referee Daniele Chiffi despite all the controversy surrounding Sunday's draw between Inter Milan and Lazio. Speaking to DAZN via FCInterNews, the Serie A designator hailed the 40-year-old for a 'positive performance' at San Siro. Advertisement Daniele Chiffi made a mess in arguably the most significant game of the season. Indeed, his decisions could directly cost Inter the Scudetto. Lazio held the Nerazzurri to a 2-2 draw last weekend but had a substantial helping hand from Chiffi. For context, Pedri's equalizer came as a result of a dubious VAR call. Despite being flagged offside by the linesman, VAR deemed Boulaye Dia's position inconsequential and awarded Lazio the goal. Though Denzel Dumfries restored Inter's lead, his heroics were in vain as Chiffi landed a knockout punch toward stoppage time. He penalized Yann Bisseck for a questionable handball inside the box, sending Pedro to the spot. Advertisement And the veteran forward had no mercy, drawing Lazio level again, though this time, there was no way back for Inter. Gianluca Rocchi Praises Daniele Chiffi After Controversial Serie A Draw Between Inter Milan & Lazio FLORENCE, ITALY – NOVEMBER 5: referee Daniele Chiffi looks on during the Serie A TIM match between ACF Fiorentina and Juventus at Stadio Artemio Franchi on November 5, 2023 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by) 'Bisseck starts off in a position that conceptually wouldn't be punishable,' Rocchi claimed. 'But then he extends his elbow and instinctively brings his arm to the ball. 'Therefore, he had to give a penalty. I understand it's hard to accept in the final minutes, and Chiffi's positioning wasn't ideal. 'A handball in those moments has to be reviewed carefully.' Meanwhile, Chiffi's decisions didn't sit well with Nicolo Barella, who fiercely protested over a dubious penalty decision. Advertisement 'We're playing for our lives, you're not,' the diminutive midfielder told Chiffi, who replied: 'We are two.' Taking stock of the incident, Rocchi stated: 'That was the right response. 'Even though Barella's protest was strong, it was still respectful. Chiffi had a good match in a difficult setting. 'It was a tough, finely balanced game, and he took the right and proper approach.
