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Juventus hit with fan ban
Juventus have paid a heavy price for racist chants directed at Mario Balotelli during the Derby d'Italia.
Balotelli was jeered by large sections of the Stadio Olimpico crowd during Saturday evening's 1-1 draw.
However, a small number of fans took things further and hurled racial abuse at the Italy Under-21 international.
Sporting judge Gianpaolo Tosel has taken a hard line as Italy continues to try and tackle racism and has imposed a game behind closed doors for Juve.
The game in question will be the fixture with relegation strugglers Lecce on May 3.
While the decision will be applauded by many as a measure against racism in calcio, it may prove controversial.
Balotelli has reported racist abuse from several sets of fans this season but the clubs in question have only received fines.






