Russo in charge for Cesena encounter

Carmine Russo has been named referee for Sunday evening’s Serie A encounter with Cesena at the Dino Manuzzi.

The 38-year-old, who hails from Avellino, is to preside over his eighth Juventus fixture in Italy’s top flight, with the Bianconeri’s record under his stewardship currently reading five victories and two draws.

He last took charge of a match involving the reigning champions back in November 2014, when the Old Lady ran out 7-0 winners over Parma at Juventus Stadium.

Russo will be flanked in Emilia-Romagna by assistant referees Meli and Paganessi, goal-line officials Guida and Gavillucci and fourth official De Luca.