The Italian national team manager Antonio Allegri has been sent off after being involved in a heated argument with the referee during their match against Germany at the European Championship.
According to reports from the Italian media, Allegri and his players were frustrated by the referee's decision to award Germany a penalty kick early in the second half of the match. Allegri reportedly shouted at the referee, accusing him of being biased towards the Germans.
The referee then issued a red card to Allegri, who was charged with unsporting behavior. The incident occurred just moments before Italy secured a 1-0 victory over Germany, which would have given them a spot in the final group stage.
Allegri's dismissal caused outrage among fans and pundits alike. Many felt that he had taken things too far and should have remained calm throughout the match.
Despite the controversy surrounding the incident, Allegri maintained his innocence and insisted that he was not trying to disrupt the game. He said that he had simply been expressing his frustration with the referee's decision.
The match went on without further incidents, and Italy ultimately won the game. However, Allegri's departure from the pitch will likely leave a lasting impression on the Italian national team and its supporters.