Sampdoria will remain in Serie B next season after their relegation play-off second leg against Salernitana was abandoned due to fan unrest, resulting in a 3-0 default win for Sampdoria.
The game was called off in the 65th minute with Sampdoria leading 2-0 (4-0 on aggregate) after Salernitana fans threw smoke bombs and seats onto the pitch.
This disciplinary decision secured Sampdoria’s survival, a remarkable turnaround given their initial relegation to Serie C.
For Salernitana, who were already facing relegation, the incident means a second consecutive drop, and they will also play two home matches next season behind closed doors.
