Battling Food Poisoning: Salernitana's Struggle for Serie B Survival
Ten athletes in football experienced poisoning post their significant game.
Looks like the Salernitana squad is dealing with more than just football these days. In the heat of their fight to keep their spot in Italy's second division (Serie B), no less than 16 individuals — including ten players — have come down with some nasty food poisoning, as per a report by Corriere dello Sport.
After a crushing 0-2 defeat against "Sampdoria" in Genoa on June 15, team members started showing symptoms of food poisoning on their way back to Salerno. The team's suspicion is that it's all thanks to the hotel food in Genoa, where they stayed before the match.
Upon reaching Salerno, some players needed hospitalization, while others were sent home with prescriptions for rest and medication. Training was canceled the next morning.
Looking to buy some time to recover, the club has petitioned for a postponement of their upcoming match against "Sampdoria," which was slated for June 20.
The team ended the season in the 16th spot in Serie B, while "Sampdoria" finished 17th. With their season on the line, the last thing Salernitana needed was a case of gastrointestinal chaos.
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The unexpected medical-conditions, specifically food poisoning, affected not only Salernitana's football players but also staff members, causing disruption in their health-and-wellness and training routine. This unfortunate incident has highlighted the importance of proper food safety, especially during sports events and travels. As the team aims for better performance and success in science-driven fields like sports, dealing with such medical setbacks is a challenging part of the game.
