Wrongful Acts of a Minor in a Football Match and Civil Liability: The Latest Decision of the Italian Supreme Court

Italian Supreme Court, Third Civil Section, 22 July 2024, no. 20171

Date of the decision: 2024-07-22

In the context of sports competitions, determining the boundary between competitive conducts and civil liability can be complex. A recent decision of the Italian Supreme Court provides an overview of the liability profiles in connection with a reckless foul play, committed by a minor during a football match, which caused significant harm to an opponent.

Background of the Decision

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