Sampdoria have complained to Lega authorities over the treatment of members of staff by Catania stewards prior to yesterday's 2-0 defeat.
The problems started before kick-off, when the Blucerchiati allege five Catania stewards insulted and pushed their players.
"Some of our directors and players were approached and verbally attacked - in some cases physically attacked - by some of the stadium workers."
Catania have reacted furiously to this allegation and President Antonio Pulvirenti rushed to the defence of his staff.
"We are indignant at this accusation. I have spoken to the figure responsible for public order and he told me nothing happened. Just a few shouts, a purely verbal disagreement.
"They wanted to use the situation to veer the match in a certain way, but we did well to win fair and square on the pitch."
