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Giovanni Simeone Salutes His Father, Diego, In Beautiful Scenes

Giovanni Simeone Salutes His Father, Diego, In Beautiful Scenes

Diego's son scored and created a goal for Fiorentina.

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar

Giovanni Simeone bagged a 93rd minute goal for Fiorentina and celebrated his goal in style following the full-time whistle.

Fiorentina opened their Serie A campaign by securing all three points in stunning fashion by beating Chievo 6-1 over the weekend.

Simeone starred for 'La Viola' as he got himself on the score-sheet and created a goal.

Simeone in action for Fiorentina. Image: PA
Simeone in action for Fiorentina. Image: PA

He chose a great match to produce heroics.

His father, Diego, was in the stands watching the game. And after the match referee blew the final whistle, Fiorentina's manager Stefano Pioli pointed out the Atletico Madrid manager to Giovanni.

The 23-year-old striker saluted his father in a touching moment.

One happy Simone family.

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Topics: Football News, Football, Atletico Madrid, Fiorentina, Diego Simeone

Nasir Jabbar is a journalist at SPORTbible. He graduated from Bath Spa University with a BA in Media Communications. He's a combat sport aficionado, and has contributed to MMA websites AddictedMMA and CagePotato. Nasir has covered some of the biggest fights, while interviewing the likes of Conor McGregor, Michael Bisping and Anthony Joshua. He's also an avid Bristol City fan.

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