Napoli Boss Max Allegri Handed Straight Red Card After Late Roma Equalizer
Napoli coach Max Allegri received a straight red card on October 24, 2026, following an enraged touchline reaction to a late equalizing goal against AS Roma at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The dismissal triggers an automatic suspension for the upcoming trip to Monza, with sports judges reviewing referee reports to determine if a longer touchline ban is warranted.
Disputed Equalizer Sparks Touchline Chaos in Naples
The expulsion unfolded moments after Leonardo Balerdi secured a 3-3 draw for Roma following a video assistant referee check that cleared a suspected foul on Sam Beukema in the build-up. Confronting fourth official Juan Luca Sacchi, Allegri was dismissed by referee Andrea Colombo before having to be physically restrained by club staff while storming back toward the pitch.
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clubThe resulting touchline suspension forces Napoli to navigate their upcoming midweek fixture against Monza without their manager directing operations from the technical area. Football Italia reported the details of the confrontation.
