After the storm of controversy that surrounded the Inter-Juventus Derby d’Italia, referee Manganiello provided a welcome contrast at the Via del Mare, delivering a composed and largely uncontroversial performance in Inter Milan’s 2-0 victory over Lecce.
Gazzetta dello Sport’s match officials analysis described it as a quiet evening, via FCInterNews.
Indeed, with Manganiello keeping his balance throughout and making correct decisions on the handful of moments that required scrutiny.
Lecce 0-2 Inter Milan – Strong Display For Referee Manganiello
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Indeed, the key incidents were few and handled well.
In the 17th minute, Tiago Gabriel caught Pio Esposito around the neck, causing the striker to fall inside the area.
However, Gazzetta confirmed the foul occurred just outside the box, making Manganiello’s decision not to award a penalty correct.
Early in the second half, Dimarco’s goal was correctly ruled out after Thuram was caught offside by half a shoulder on Bisseck’s forward pass.
Furthermore, a strong challenge by Bastoni on Gandelman in the 61st minute was flagged as perhaps worthy of a yellow card.
Meanwhile Esposito’s late tumble in the area, hands on face following contact with Tiago Gabriel’s shoulder, was correctly judged accidental.
All told, a clean night’s work for referee Manganiello as Inter breeze past Lecce.