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Serie A Faces Backlash Over Perth Match Decision

11/5/2025

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Serie A Chief Executive Luigi De Siervo defended staging the Milan-Como match in Perth, Australia, to expand football globally.
The plan drew backlash from players, fans, and UEFA, who say it prioritizes financial gains over traditional values.
Critics compared it to Villarreal-Barcelona's Miami game, criticizing economic motivations behind foreign exhibitions.
Serie A supports the match, but AFC and FIFA must still approve, raising questions about impact.

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Serie A Chief Executive Luigi De Siervo defended staging the Milan-Como match in Perth, Australia, to expand football globally.
The plan drew backlash from players, fans, and UEFA, who say it prioritizes financial gains over traditional values.
Critics compared it to Villarreal-Barcelona's Miami game, criticizing economic motivations behind foreign exhibitions.
Serie A supports the match, but AFC and FIFA must still approve, raising questions about impact.