Shocking news from Italy: Argentine footballer Tamir Berman was brutally assaulted after a recent match. This article dives into the details of the attack on the Latina Calcio 1932 defender, explores the official responses to the incident, and offers background information on Tamir berman’s career. Discover the current status of the inquiry and the impact the attack is having on Italian football.
Argentine Footballer Tamir Berman assaulted in Italy After Match
an argentine defender playing in italy’s serie c was violently attacked following a recent game, sparking outrage adn condemnation from football authorities.
the Attack
tamir berman, a 24-year-old defender for latina calcio 1932, was assaulted by a group of hooded individuals shortly after his team’s 2-0 defeat against trapani. the incident occurred as berman was leaving the estadio domenico francioni in his personal vehicle.
- location: near estadio domenico francioni
- perpetrators: group of hooded individuals
- method: forced berman’s car to stop, broke the rear window, and physically assaulted him
- injuries: despite the violent nature of the attack, berman sustained wounds that were not considered grave, according to club sources.
berman managed to return to the stadium where he received medical attention.
official Responses
the italian soccer association (aic) and latina calcio 1932 have both issued statements condemning the attack and expressing solidarity with berman.
italian soccer association (aic)
we express our solidarity and closeness to the argentine player tamir berman for the vile attack suffered. it is an act absolutely condemnable that must be eradicated from sport.
latina calcio 1932
the club released a statement through its official channels, stating:
the club expresses its full solidarity with its player tamir berman, victim of a vile aggression.
matilde celentano, the mayor of latina, also voiced her support:
on behalf of the municipal management and the entire city, i express all my solidarity with the latinian player calcio 1932, tamir berman, victim of a serious and unacceptable aggression. we condemn with absolute firmness all forms of violence, inside and outside the sports facilities, which has nothing to do with the values of sport and civil coexistence.
background on tamir berman
tamir berman was born on february 20, 2001, in rafaela, argentina. he is a central defender for latina calcio 1932 in the italian serie c.
career highlights:
- youth career: newell’s old boys (argentina)
- 2020: moved to italy, joining the juveniles of benevento
- subsequent clubs: italian south club, asd carbonia football (serie d), asd san luca (serie d)
- 2022: joined giugliano calcio 1928 (serie c)
- 2023-24 season: joined latina calcio 1932, becoming a regular starter
despite the recent attack, berman has been performing well, securing a starting position and playing consistently. however, latina calcio 1932 has struggled, going without a win in their last three games and nearing the relegation zone.
inquiry and aftermath
italian authorities have launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators of the attack. berman is continuing to train with his teammates as the season progresses.
the incident has raised concerns about player safety and the potential for violence within italian football. the aic’s statement underscores the importance of eradicating such behavior from the sport.
the association of italian soccer players (aic)
if defeat and victory are “normality” in sports culture, which we should not get used to considering “normal”, though, it is indeed the aggression against a footballer. tolerating these behaviors means losing sight of the values of our sport.
