Feb 26 • 20:47 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina Clarin (ES)

He was watching a match, insulted the VAR, and his wife thought he was speaking to her: he was stabbed

A football fan in Italy was stabbed by his wife after she misinterpreted his insults directed at the VAR during a controversial match.

During a Serie A match between Napoli and Atalanta in Italy, a controversial decision made by the VAR upset many fans. One particularly incensed fan, while voicing his frustration at the VAR, unintentionally directed his comments at his wife, leading to a grave misunderstanding. Assuming he was insulting her, she reacted violently, stabbing him as a response to what she perceived as disrespect.

The match itself featured two teams that have been performing well, both near the top of the league standings. The pivotal moment occurred in the first half when a decision to review an on-field call resulted in a penalty that skewed the match's outcome, which Atalanta ultimately won 2-1. This incident underscores the intense emotions football can provoke among fans, further exacerbated when personal relationships overlay the passion of the sport.

This tragic event raises questions about communication and the impact of emotional reactions in sports settings. It highlights the potential dangers when viewers engage passionately with refereeing decisions, as well as the importance of clear communication between partners to avoid dangerous misunderstandings fueled by intense feelings during sporting events.

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