Ex Juventus Star: “Maybe Bastoni – Kalulu Incident Erases Mine With Ronaldo In 98” | OneFootball

Mark Iuliano has offered a fascinating perspective on the controversy surrounding Alessandro Bastoni, suggesting the Inter Milan defender’s reaction after the Kalulu simulation may have eclipsed even the most infamous moment in Italian footballing refereeing history, the former Juventus man’s own collision with Ronaldo in 1998.

Speaking on Stile TV, via FCInterNews, Iuliano was asked directly whether the Bastoni-Kalulu incident had erased his place in football’s controversial moments hall of fame.

His answer was nuanced.

“My incident with Ronaldo is part of a different story,” he said.

“Perhaps this one erases it, because of Alessandro Bastoni‘s reaction after the simulation, which caused great indignation. After deceiving the referee you then go and celebrate, which goes against every value of a healthy and loyal sport. It was a beautiful match and it was ruined.”

Iuliano: ‘Maybe Bastoni Incident With Kalulu Will Erase Infamous Ronaldo Moment’

On the broader Scudetto picture, Iuliano was clear that Inter remain firmly in control despite recent dropped points.

“I once lost a Scudetto with a nine-point lead with seven games to go, when Lazio won it. I do not think Inter can make that mistake today, Milan would need to win everything and Inter would need to abandon the form they have shown so far.”

He added that Inter’s Champions League exit could prove an advantage in the final stretch.

“Having been eliminated, they can focus entirely on the league and the Coppa Italia semi-final return leg.”

Iuliano also praised the overall quality of Chivu’s squad.

“Inter have maintained a superior level to the others, managing to overcome complicated situations. Looking at the squad, they deserve the position they are in.”