Referring to recent unfortunate events, Simonelli stated, “As I have already said, these are not good events and they are not good for football. I hope they never happen again; the match should be a moment of joy, not confrontation.”
This sentiment suggests a broader shift away from late-night fixtures for significant league matches, aiming to ensure a more positive and less volatile atmosphere. The Derby della Mole, the historic rivalry between Torino and Juventus, is now expected to join other major Italian derbies in being rescheduled to earlier timeslots, prioritizing fan safety and the overall spirit of the game.
