Serbians sorry after fan rampage in Genoa

ITALY received a formal apology from the Serbian ambassador yesterday after ugly scenes in Genoa caused the Euro 2012 qualifying match between the two countries to be abandoned.

The Serbian acknowledgement came as UEFA launched an investigation into the crowd unrest which resulted in Tuesday night’s game being halted after six minutes, with Italy coach Cesare Prandelli fearing a “tragedy” was unfolding.

The control and disciplinary arm of European football’s governing body will not hear the case until October 28. UEFA described the incidents as “serious disorder”.