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Rabiot criticizes refereeing after AC Milan's win over Genoa

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 10:44 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Rabiot criticizes refereeing after AC Milan's win over Genoa

Summary

Adrien Rabiot criticized officiating standards in Serie A following AC Milan's 2-1 victory against Genoa on November 9. Rabiot expressed frustration over a controversial yellow card issued to a Genoa player after a foul on him that he felt warranted a red card. The incident created chaos, leading to dismissals among the AC Milan coaching staff. Former referee Gianpaolo Calvarese defended the referee's decision, sparking further backlash from Rabiot, who called for accountability within Italian football. The fallout from the match is expected to influence Milan's coaching adjustments in upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•AC Milan wins 2-1 against Genoa in Serie A.
•Rabiot objects to a yellow card decision involving a potential denying of a goalscoring opportunity.
•Gianpaolo Calvarese justifies the referee's call based on DOGSO criteria.
•Rabiot's criticisms may lead to repercussions from Serie A officials.
•Milan's coaching staff faces adjustments due to dismissals during the match.

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10:44 AMYahoo Sports — 'Lying won’t help you!' - Adrien Rabiot fumes at refereeing 'mistake' as AC Milan star issues ominous warning after Genoa win

What they're saying

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Adrien Rabiot has launched a scathing attack on the standard of officiating in Serie A following AC Milan's hard-fought victory over Genoa on Friday. Despite the Rossoneri securing all three points at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, the French midfielder was left incensed by a controversial decision that he claims is damaging the reputation of Italian football.
— Yahoo Sports

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