Serie A Debut: Mario Perri Set to Make First Appearance

Mario Perri is set to make his Serie A debut as the referee for the match between Fiorentina and Atalanta. This highly anticipated game will take place tonight, Friday, May 22, at 20:45 CEST at the Artemio Franchi Stadium in Florence.
Mario Perri’s Debut Match Details
This opportunity comes as a reward for Perri’s outstanding performance in the lower leagues. His promotion reflects his hard work and dedication to officiating in Italian football.
Other Match Officials
Alongside Perri, several other referees will also officiate important matches in Serie A and Serie B:
- Daniele Doveri: Refereeing Lecce vs. Genoa.
- Valerio Marini: Acting as VAR for the highly competitive Torino vs. Juventus derby.
Details of Designations for Upcoming Matches
The Italian Referees Association has also revealed additional officiating assignments for the matches scheduled for May 22 and 24:
| Date | Match | Arbitrator | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22/05 | Sudtirol vs. Bari | Federico La Penna | Main Referee |
| 22/05 | Sudtirol vs. Bari | Francesco Fourneau | Fourth Official |
| 22/05 | Sudtirol vs. Bari | Valerio Marini | VAR |
| 24/05 | Torino vs. Juventus | Valerio Marini | VAR |
| 24/05 | Lecce vs. Genoa | Daniele Doveri | Main Referee |
| 22/05 | Fiorentina vs. Atalanta | Mario Perri | Main Referee |
All the best wishes go to Mario Perri and the refereeing team from the Italian Referees Association and their colleagues. This debut marks an exciting milestone in Perri’s career.




