Gattuso Condemns Fan Protests During Italy‘s Victory Over Moldova
Chisinau, Moldova - November 14, 2025 – Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso launched a scathing rebuke of a section of Italian supporters who protested during his team’s 2-0 victory against Moldova on Thursday. The protests, which began in the 73rd minute while the score remained tied, drew the ire of the coach, who labeled the behavior “a shame” and unacceptable.
the incident underscores the intense pressure facing the Italian national team as they navigate a challenging qualification campaign for future tournaments. While Italy secured the win, Gattuso’s strong reaction highlights the growing frustration with fan expectations and the team’s performance, notably in light of a recent 11-1 defeat against Norway. The outcome of these qualifiers will determine Italy’s participation in major international competitions, impacting national pride and future sporting revenue.
Gattuso directly addressed the protesting fans, stating, “What I heard today is a shame, I don’t accept it.I saw an Italy who played, they didn’t have a single shot on target. If some people are stuck on the 11-1 conceded by Moldova against Norway, that’s not my problem.” He further emphasized the need for unity, adding, “To hear 500 supporters protesting outside, while the team is in difficulty, I cannot accept it. we must stay united.”
Despite the criticism,Gattuso praised the impact of substitutes Retegui and pio Esposito,whose contributions proved decisive in securing the victory. He also voiced his discontent with the current qualification format, noting, “you would have to ask those who establish the groups and the rules… In our time, the best second went directly to the World Cup.”
The article was originally published at 09:12 local time on November 14, 2025, and updated at 12:46.
