The Italian Super Cup will be played in early 2024 in Saudi Arabia, with a semi-final-final system of 4 teams, thus following the example of Spain. The president of “Napoli” is unhappy with the venue of the competition and made a mistake with Italian football officials.

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Aurelio De Laurentiis is unhappy that the Italian Super Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia

The Italian Football Federation has followed Spain’s example with the Super Cup, and at the start of 2024, 4 teams will compete for the trophy in Saudi Arabia.

The decision is not to everyone’s liking, especially in the case of Naples president Aurelio De Laurentiis, who has clashed with the Italian Football Federation.

He stated that the football players of the 4 teams are taking a big risk going to Saudi Arabia, in the conditions of the war in Israel.

“Have you seen what is happening in Israel? Can you imagine a gateway in those territories? Do you guys realize we’re putting four planes with 120 players at risk for what they’re worth?

You are stupid! Do it for a few million extra. We would rather play at Stadio Olimpico, why go there? I’m not boycotting, I’m just saying think about it.

Arab countries must come together with respect for women and work. When talking about sports, you need to combine well-being and health. And if all this is not there, I have to worry.” he said, reports football-italia.net.

Italian Super Cup, semi-final draw:

January 21, 2024 Napoli – Fiorentina

January 22, 2024 Inter – Lazio

The final will be held on January 25.