Dramatic Playoff Chaos Pushes Sampdoria to the Brink of Safety

Fireworks and disturbances halted a crucial playoff between Sampdoria and Salernitana, with Sampdoria leading 2-0. The match, suspended due to fan incidents, is likely to result in a 3-0 victory for Sampdoria, maintaining their Serie B status. This chaotic event may see Salernitana relegated to Serie C.

The playoff clash between Sampdoria and Salernitana descended into chaos when fan violence erupted, forcing the game to be suspended in dramatic fashion during the second half. The turmoil unfolded as fireworks and seats were thrown onto the pitch, prompting the interruption.

At the moment of suspension, Sampdoria was leading 2-0, bringing their aggregate advantage to 4-0. If, as expected, the league awards them a 3-0 victory due to disciplinary protocols, Sampdoria will secure their place in Serie B, while Salernitana faces relegation to Serie C.

Sampdoria's unblemished record of staying out of Serie C in their 79-year history remains intact. This season, they enlisted players from their 1990s golden era to steer them from crisis. Meanwhile, Salernitana, who recently competed in Serie A during the 2023-24 season, finished 16th, just behind 17th-placed Sampdoria in Serie B standings.

(With inputs from agencies.)