- Serie A and youth football fixtures postponed as Italy mourns the passing of Pope Francis.
- Top-flight and Primavera 1 matches suspended in solemn tribute to the late Bishop of Rome.
- Italian football unites in grief as Pope Francis’ death reshapes the Easter matchday schedule.
Serie A matches were postponed after Pope Francis’ death was confirmed by the Vatican, bringing a sudden pause to Italy’s Easter Monday football schedule.
The 88-year-old Pope, a spiritual leader deeply respected in Italy and across the world, passed away earlier in the day, prompting the Lega Serie A to act swiftly out of respect.
This decision affected not just top-flight fixtures but also Primavera 1 youth games, as Italian football collectively paused to honor the late Pontiff, also known as the Bishop of Rome.
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Official Statement on the Postponed Serie A Matches
The Italian football governing body, Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A, released a statement expressing condolences and confirming the match suspensions:
“Following the passing of the Holy Father, the Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A announces that the matches scheduled for today of the Serie A Enilive and Primavera 1 Championships are postponed to a date to be determined.”
The postponement comes as the nation observes a period of mourning, and sports events across the country including Italian football—reflect on the impact of the Pope’s legacy.
Which Serie A Fixtures Were Affected?
The Serie A fixtures postponed after Pope Francis’ death included four key matchups:
Torino vs Udinese – 11:30 AM (BST)
Cagliari vs Fiorentina – 2:00 PM
Genoa vs Lazio – 5:00 PM
Parma vs Juventus – 7:45 PM
Fans were anticipating an action-packed Easter Monday, but the Vatican’s announcement understandably shifted priorities.
These matches will be rescheduled, with new dates to be confirmed later.
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Youth Games in Primavera 1 Also Called Off
Alongside the senior Serie A games, the Italian U20 league Primavera 1 also saw key fixtures postponed. The affected youth matches include:
Roma U20s vs Udinese U20s – 11:00 AM
Monza U20s vs Sassuolo U20s
Sampdoria U20s vs Torino U20s
These games often spotlight emerging talent, but like their senior counterparts, they were paused to show collective reverence for the late Pope.
What Happens Next?
While Serie A matches were postponed following Pope Francis’ death, the league assured fans that the games will be played at a later time.
As Italy reflects on the passing of a revered figure, both senior and youth leagues await official updates on when play will resume.
The pause serves as a solemn reminder of Pope Francis’ influence not only in religious life but also across cultural and national institutions including sports.
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