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Genoa fury at referee after controversial De Bruyne goal: 'All of Italy saw'

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Genoa publicly attacked the referee's decision to allow a Kevin De Bruyne goal in their Serie A fixture against Napoli, with club representatives insisting the error was clear to everyone watching. The controversy has reignited debate over officiating standards in Italian football. Genoa are understood to be considering an official complaint, while the goal has significant implications for the match result and potentially for the referee's future appointments.

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Socc360 insight

When a club goes public with complaints as pointed as Genoa's, it usually signals more than frustration with a single moment — it points to deeper dissatisfaction with how their matches are being overseen. De Bruyne's goal could prove pivotal in a tight Serie A race, and Genoa's willingness to escalate publicly suggests they see the result as materially unfair rather than simply disappointing. The incident also puts pressure on the Italian refereeing body, which has faced repeated criticism this season.

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Genoa fury at referee after controversial De Bruyne goal: 'All of Italy saw' · Socc360