Juventus likely to face sanctions after failing to observe minute’s silence for Mazzola

Reports in Italy indicate that Juventus are likely to face punishment after a section of their supporters failed to respectfully observe a minute's silence in remembrance of Inter and Italy legend Sandro Mazzola.

Juventus expected to be punished after failing to respect Mazzola tribute

Mazzola, widely considered one of the greatest Italian footballers of all time, died at the age of 83 on Saturday.

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 20: A LED screen displays a tribute to former Italian football player Sandro Mazzola before the Serie A match between AC Milan and US Lecce at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 20, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

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Serie A clubs paid their respects with a minute's silence ahead of their league fixtures over the weekend, but Bianconeri supporters in the Allianz Stadium's Curva Sud decided to spoil the pre-match tribute.

Sections of fans decided to turn their backs towards the pitch and sang chants remembering some of their own club legends including Gaetano Scirea, Andrea Fortunato and Gianni Agnelli.

Other sections of the Juventus stadium responded with a round of applause in an attempt to drown out the noise from the Curva Sud.

Juventus faced immediate backlash after the incident and subsequently released their own statement condemning the supporters involved for their 'lack of respect'.

TURIN, ITALY – OCTOBER 06: A Juventus branded corner flag is seen in a general view of the stadium interior prior to kick off in the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Cagliari Calcio at Allianz Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Jonathan Moscrop/Getty Images)

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"Honouring the memory of those being remembered and coming together in remembrance during moments of commemoration is a shared responsibility that transcends allegiances and colours," read Juve's statement.

"No rivalry can justify a lack of respect during a minute's silence."

Now, according to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport, it is likely that Juventus will face the consequences for their supporters' actions.

TURIN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 20: Luciano Spalletti, Manager of Juventus, looks on before the Serie A match between Juventus and Atalanta BC at Allianz Stadium on September 20, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

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It is expected that they will face sanctions when the report from the FIGC sporting judge is published on Tuesday.

It remains to be seen exactly how the Old Lady will be punished. The club could face a fine starting from €50,000, and in the most extreme circumstance, could be forced to temporarily close the Curva Sud.

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