Italian Serie A manager Roberto D'Aversa has been sacked as Lecce's manager after headbutting an opponent. We also have a summary of the Premier League, so please take advantage of it.
Lecce manager sacked for headbutt in Italian Serie A
Italian transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano always listens in when a football controversy arises in his home country. On Sunday 10th March, Lecce lost 1-0 at home to Hellas Verona, and manager Roberto D'Aversa could not contain his anger at the final whistle. The 48-year-old took matters into his own hands and headbutted Verona player Thomas Henry. It's having a serious impact.
“After what happened at the end of the war, lecce – Verona game, Lecce of the United States announced the sacking of coach Roberto D’Aversa,” the club said in a statement. Lecce currently sits in 15th place And they are just one point above the relegation zone.
D'Aversa was shown in red along with Henry. He later apologized, saying the players continued to be provoked towards the end of the game. Watch the video below.
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Premier League summary
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