As reported by Corriere della Sera this morning, everyone at AIA (Italian Referees Association) appreciated the attitude of the AC Milan club towards the mistakes of Marco Serra. Stefano Pioli and the club board avoided making controversy.
What was striking for them is the gesture of Zlatan Ibrahimovic who consoled Serra and told him: "Don't worry, you're wrong as I am."
As per Tuttosport, they write that the AIA has not issued any apology, in fact. Marco Serra's personal regret is one thing, AIA's, however, is another. It is not possible that AIA apologises to AC Milan because it could have fueled criticism from other fans. But Serra will still be stopped for a few matchdays.
La Gazzetta dello Sport wrote that the game of Milan - Spezia was a valuable lesson for the inexperienced referee. What is worthy to note is Serra's courage to admit the guilt and sensitivity of Ibra and his companions, who consoled him.
