The Serie A fixture between Genoa and Monza, scheduled to take place at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris this evening at 20:45 local time, is at risk of postponement due to severe weather conditions in the Ligurian capital.
Local authorities issued an orange weather alert at 13:40, which will be in effect from 18:00 today until 08:00 tomorrow morning. Heavy rain has been falling over Genoa since the early hours, with meteorologists forecasting worsening conditions later in the afternoon, coinciding with the scheduled kick-off.
The final decision on whether the match will go ahead rests with the Prefect, following an assessment by the city’s Civil Protection Department. Officials are closely monitoring the situation, with concerns particularly focused on the stadium’s location near the Bisagno River, an area prone to flooding.
Both teams are currently in their respective pre-match retreats, awaiting further instructions. Under Italy’s weather alert system, an orange warning does not automatically trigger the postponement of sporting events. The Prefect will decide based on expert assessments and safety considerations.
Fans and officials will be hoping for a prompt resolution, with potential disruption not only the match but also to local transportation and infrastructure. Further updates are expected in the coming hours.
