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Cremonese Keeper Struck by Firecracker in Scary Moment vs. Inter

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sean Hartnett | Last updated Feb 1, 2026 3:11 PM ET

Sunday's match between Inter Milan and Cremonese had to be halted after Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero was struck by a firecracker.

The scary incident occurred in the 49th minute of play, and the match was immediately stopped as medical staff quickly attended to Audero.

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez and head coach Cristian Chivu pleaded for calm in the away section. Audero spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Inter.

At the time of the stoppage, Inter were leading 2-0. The match resumed after a three-minute break. Inter were able to see out a 2-0 victory after play resumed.

After Worrying Incident, Audero Was Able To Finish the Match

Goalkeeper Emil Audero of US Cremonese gets stunned by a firework during the Serie A match between US Cremonese and FC Internazionale at Stadio Giovanni Zini on February 01, 2026 in Cremona, Italy. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images

Audero was able to continue for the remainder of the match, though he sported a cut on his right leg.

Scary scene in Serie A, where a firecracker was thrown at and floored the Cremonese goalkeeper, Emil Audero

Thankfully Audero was cleared by medics and the game has resumed.pic.twitter.com/GKARMXmktV
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