Reports indicate that the Inter supporter who threw the firework that struck Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero subsequently lost three fingers while launching a second flare shortly after the incident.
Play was briefly interrupted at Stadio Giovanni Zini when a loud explosion rang out, followed by smoke, after an away fan’s firework struck Audero.
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Fortunately, Audero was able to continue playing despite sustaining a minor cut and burn on his leg.
Inter fans condemn the ‘lone wolf’ responsible
CREMONA, ITALY – FEBRUARY 01: Goalkeeper Emil Audero of US Cremonese is stunned by a firework during the Serie A match against FC Internazionale at Stadio Giovanni Zini on February 01, 2026, in Cremona, Italy. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)
Moments later, another loud explosion was heard, but this time the firework did not come close to any players.
A confrontation broke out in the away section as many Inter supporters expressed their anger towards the individual responsible, perceiving him as a threat to the match’s continuation and a danger to the players.
CREMONA, ITALY – FEBRUARY 01: Referee Davide Massa engages with players including Francesco Pio Esposito during the Serie A match between US Cremonese and FC Internazionale at Stadio Giovanni Zini on February 01, 2026, in Cremona, Italy. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)
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According to La Gazzetta dello Sport and the Corriere della Sera, the individual was identified after arriving at a hospital in Cremona with injuries to three of his fingers, which he sustained while throwing the fireworks.
He is set to be arrested and banned from attending any matches, but it’s uncertain how officials will respond, particularly regarding the potential ban of all Nerazzurri fans from away games.
President Beppe Marotta spoke out to denounce the actions of the hooligan responsible and has offered apologies to the Cremonese club.