Mancini, who said he was “the happiest man in the world”
after his goal gave Roma a 1-0 win over Lazio in Serie A, joyously celebrated
with the rest of his team in front of the Giallorossi fans but sparked
controversy when he was seen waving the flag.
“I didn’t want to offend anyone, I took the first flag they
gave me,” Mancini said. “I apologize.”
FIGC president Gabriele Gravina confirmed to Italian media
on Sunday that the federation had opened an investigation.
The 27-year-old Mancini faces a potential fine but could
also risk a suspension. AP