Football Shorts - Episode 26 ITALY SHAKEN BY FOOTBALL DEATH

The transcript describes a violent incident at a football match between Catania and Palermo, resulting in the death of a policeman and injuries to over 70 people. In response, Italian officials demanded radical changes before football could resume. The Italian parliament approved strict measures to combat hooliganism, including closing stadiums that did not meet security standards. Fans were affected as matches were played in empty stadiums, with only season ticket holders potentially allowed entry.

What was the outcome of the violence during the match between Catania and Palermo?

• A policeman was killed

• The match was canceled

• The stadium was closed

• A player was injured

What did Italian officials decide regarding football matches after the violence?

• To increase ticket prices

• To resume matches immediately

• To halt matches until changes are made

• To ban all fans from stadiums

What was the Italian parliament's response to the football violence?

• They increased the number of matches

• They reduced security measures

• They approved measures to tackle hooliganism

• They ignored the issue

What was the consequence for stadiums not meeting security regulations?

• They were closed to fans

• They were demolished

• They were given more time to comply

• They were fined

How did Catania's fan club watch their team's match against Messina?

• Via social media updates

• Through a live radio broadcast

• At the stadium

• On a television screen