Serie A bans: Pisa lose Nzola for three games, Grosso for one | OneFootball

The curtain falls on the 14th day of Serie A with the official decisions of the Sports Judge, Gerardo Mastrandrea, who has issued the statement regarding disciplinary sanctions. The heaviest verdict concerns Pisa, which will have to do without its key forward, Mbala Nzola, for an extended period.

Sports Judge's Blow: Three Matches for Nzola, Gila Also Suspended

The Pisa player has been punished with a three-match suspension. The reason stated in the referee's report leaves no room for interpretation: the forward was involved in a violent act in the 48th minute of the second half, striking an opponent with a "strong kick to the leg" while the ball was not in play. A costly reaction that will deprive the Tuscan team of a crucial player for the next three league matches.

There are also troubles at Lazio, where Mario Gila's nervousness proved costly. The Lazio defender has been suspended for one match, but the penalty is aggravated by a warning with a caution and a fine of 10,000 euros. The expulsion resulted from a double booking for unsporting behavior, but the situation escalated when, after the notification of the decision, the player directed "a gravely disrespectful expression" at the referee. Gila will therefore miss the next game, leaving Sarri with a reduced rotation in defense. The list of suspended players also includes Mehmet Zeki Celik from Roma, sent off during the last match, and Maximo Perrone from Como, suspended for one match among the non-expelled players (accumulation of yellow cards).

Finally, the Sports Judge's firm hand also affects the benches. Sassuolo's coach, Fabio Grosso, has received a one-match suspension. The Neroverdi coach was penalized for leaving the technical area in the 14th minute of the second half to vehemently contest a referee's decision. Grosso will be forced to watch his team's next match from the stands.

Andrea Alati

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