Fiorentina and Juventus draw 2-2 amid penalty controversy

Fiorentina and Juventus played to a 2-2 draw at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on November 8, 2026. A controversial incident involving Joao Mario's handball in the Fiorentina penalty area went unpenalized by referee Colombo, sparking disagreement among sports commentators and newspapers. La Gazzetta dello Sport asserts that a penalty should have been awarded, while Il Corriere dello Sport supports this view, suggesting the ball's movement was not unexpected for the defender. The late decision could have significantly impacted the match outcome.

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