The upcoming second legs of the 2024-25 Coppa Italia semi-finals may face postponement following the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday at the age of 88 in Vatican City.

In response to this solemn event, all football matches scheduled for Monday across various Italian leagues, including Serie A, Serie B, Serie C, Serie D, and Primavera, have been officially postponed until further notice. This affects several Serie A fixtures, including Torino vs Udinese, Cagliari vs Fiorentina, Genoa vs Lazio, and Parma vs Juventus.

The rescheduling of these matches remains uncertain, but they must be played before the final weekend of the season, currently set for May 25.

Coppa Italia Semi-Finals Also in Question

Beyond the league matches, there is a possibility that the remaining Coppa Italia semi-finals could also be rearranged. This includes the highly anticipated Inter vs Milan clash and the Bologna vs Empoli fixture. The decision on these matches lies with the competition organizers.

Inter and Milan are currently tied at 1-1 after the first leg of their semi-final, with the return match scheduled for Wednesday. Bologna holds a 3-0 advantage over Empoli and is set to host the second leg at the Dall’Ara stadium on Thursday.

As Italy mourns the loss of Pope Francis, the football calendar may see further adjustments in the coming days. The rescheduling of these important matches will require careful consideration to maintain the integrity of the competitions while respecting the period of national mourning.