Overview

• Genoa supporters placed mass orders under names of public figures and invented personas to weaken Sampdoria’s home support.
• The club cancelled all suspicious bookings after spotting tickets issued to names like Massimo Ferrero, Gabriele Gravina and ‘Parte Lesa.’
• Sampdoria warned it could pursue legal action against anyone who secured seats using false identities.
• The relegation playout begins June 15 at Stadio Luigi Ferraris with a return leg on June 20 to determine which club stays in Serie B.
• Tickets were sold at heavily reduced rates to boost attendance and create an intimidating atmosphere for Salernitana.