Juventus hoping to avoid Krasic diving ban

Juventus hoping to avoid Krasic diving ban

Published Oct. 25, 2010 4:14 p.m. ET

With a match against AC Milan looming next weekend, Juventus is hoping Milos Krasic won't be banned for diving in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Bologna.

Juventus was awarded a controversial penalty in the 34th minute of Sunday's match when the Serbia winger fell to the ground after hardly a touch with defender Daniele Portanova.

While Vincenzo Iaquinta's ensuing spot was blocked by Bologna goalkeeper Emiliano Viviano, the league could still resort to TV replays to suspend Krasic.

Juventus coach Luigi Del Neri says Krasic was worried about getting hit and fell to the ground, adding, "It was just an instinctive move. He's a fair kid and I would be very angry if he were suspended."

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