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Matchday 14 of Serie A concluded with a scare for Fiorentina’s Edoardo Bove. The midfielder collapsed on the pitch after feeling unwell and was immediately assisted and taken to Careggi Hospital for initial tests. Players from both Fiorentina and Inter, along with the entire stadium, watched anxiously as the alarming situation unfolded. Referee Daniele Doveri and some Viola players were visibly emotional, with some in tears. Continuing the match was unthinkable, and the game was rightfully postponed to a later date. Thankfully, reports from the Florence hospital have been reassuring, bringing relief and hope that the 21-year-old midfielder will soon return to action.
Aside from this concerning moment, the rest of the round delivered its share of surprises. Lazio suffered a 3-1 defeat at the Tardini, where Parma broke their nine-match losing streak against the Biancocelesti. Fabio Pecchia fielded one of the youngest lineups in Serie A history, featuring teenagers Haj and Leoni (born in 2005 and 2006). The win allowed Parma to pull away from the relegation zone and gain crucial points over their rivals.
Another unexpected result came from Lecce, where Juventus was held to a 1-1 draw. Giampaolo has secured four points in two games since taking over in Salento, while the draw sparked frustration among Juventus supporters. The away fans sent a clear and direct message: "Show some grit." With this setback, the gap at the top widened, though the season still has a long way to go.
Milan, meanwhile, had reason to celebrate after a decisive 3-0 win over Empoli at San Siro. Fonseca’s side sent a strong message to their rivals, just as Bologna did with their 3-0 victory against Venezia. Manager Vincenzo Italiano has unlocked the potential of his players, and both teams are now firmly back in the race for European spots. Napoli also strengthened their grip at the top with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Torino, maintaining their momentum under Antonio Conte.
In the relegation battle, Parma and Lecce made vital progress, but the standout result came from Cagliari. Nicola’s side secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Hellas Verona, boosting their confidence while deepening the troubles of the Scaligeri. Lastly, the first-ever Serie A derby between Como and Monza ended in a 1-1 draw.
