Serie A racism - what more can be done to curb and eliminate it?

Points deductions for clubs

Juventus had their points stripped and were relegated to Serie B during the Calciopoli scandal in 2006.

If clubs have fans continually making racist gestures, comments, or physical abuse, they should have their points deducted.

This can have a direct impact on their competitiveness and mean lesser of chance to land league titles, UEFA competition qualification spots and increase the chances of relegation.

A lesser likelihood of success means reduced revenues incoming. This is critical for contemporary football clubs’ operations - with a prime impact on player wages, transfer fees, and ultimately, the quality of players.

Cagliari isn’t a big club and not on the par traditionally of Juventus, Inter or AC Milan. So, the threat of a potential relegation to Serie B could make a huge dent in their coffers, given its comparatively smaller size.

It may seem harsh but certainly would provide incentives for clubs to get their act together with regard to racism.