A week ago, he was embroiled in controversy after a penalty was cancelled in the Lecce-Torino match, while now referee Antonio Rapuano has returned to the spotlight again in the Verona-Juventus match, held at the "Bentegodi" stadium.
This time, his actions have caused harsh reactions, especially from coach Tudor, and according to Italian media reports, could cost him a temporary suspension from the Italian football elite.
The 40-year-old referee, born in Rimini, made some scandalous decisions during the match to the detriment of Juve. First, he awarded a penalty to Verona after a ball touched Joao Mario's arm, an incident that sparked debate over the interpretation of the "unexpected ball".
He was then criticized for not giving a red card to defender Orban, who elbowed defender Gattin in the face, an episode considered violent and intentional.
The Italian Referees Association reports that the errors in this match have been deemed serious and could result in a "relegation to Serie B" for Rapuano for several weeks, as a form of punishment and reflection.