The referee investigation expands: Schenone’s name enters the picture
The investigation shaking Italian football continues to evolve, with new details emerging daily that broaden the scope of the inquiry. According to ANSA news agency, prosecutors are reportedly examining the hypothesis that on 2 April 2025, at San Siro, a meeting took place between Gianluca Rocchi — the former referee designator — and Schenone, an Inter official responsible for relations with referees.
What has drawn investigators’ attention is the possible presence of both individuals at the Milanese stadium on that date. At this stage, Schenone is not under investigation, but prosecutors are assessing whether to extend charges to include him. These remain investigative hypotheses, yet it is clear that the case file is developing new threads that could have significant consequences for the Italian refereeing world and beyond.
Investigative secrecy delays transfer of documents
Another significant aspect concerns the timeline of sporting justice. The prosecutor Ascione, who is handling the case, cannot yet forward the documents to the FIGC Federal Prosecutor’s Office, as the proceedings are still covered by investigative secrecy. This means that, for the time being, sporting justice cannot launch its own parallel proceedings alongside those of the ordinary judiciary.
This inevitably slows down a case that has the entire Italian football world on tenterhooks. The most sensitive parts of the inquiry remain classified, and information that reaches the public does so through official channels such as press agencies, which report only what investigators choose to disclose.
Why this case matters for Milan too
Milan‘s supporters are following the developments of this investigation with close attention, and the reasons are easy to understand. The Rossoneri have experienced several seasons in recent years marked by controversial refereeing decisions that fuelled heated debate. The hope is that this inquiry may help shed light on any systemic irregularities in Italian refereeing, ensuring greater transparency and impartiality in future on-field decisions.
Rossoneri fans, like all football supporters, deserve a league where the outcome of a match is determined solely by the technical quality and commitment of the players. The case is in full development, and further details could emerge in the coming days that once again reshape the overall picture.
