According to today`s Corriere dello Sport, Roma coach Claudio Ranieri was left furious after his team`s 2-1 away defeat to Atalanta. This result in the direct clash for a Champions League spot leaves Roma trailing Juventus and Lazio by a single point, while Atalanta has mathematically secured their place in the competition. Roma lodged strong protests regarding the refereeing by Sozza and Abisso. After the match, Ranieri specifically criticized the VAR, stating it was “unjust” to disallow the penalty for Konè.
Final Matchdays Schedule Chaos
The newspaper also highlights the `chaos` surrounding the final rounds of Serie A fixtures, suggesting the title race might conclude sooner than anticipated. The last matchday is potentially scheduled for either Wednesday or Thursday. There is even speculation about a potential playoff scenario. Outstanding matches like Napoli-Cagliari and Como-Inter are set to be played during the week, while all Sunday matches for the final round will kick off simultaneously at 8:45 PM.
Ancelotti to Brazil Official
In other significant news, Carlo Ancelotti is officially ready to embark on a new journey. He has signed his contract as the new head coach of Brazil. Ancelotti, the first foreign manager in the history of the Seleção, will be tasked with restoring the five-time world champions to their former glory, aiming to lead them to success in the 2026 World Cup.