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Why Cristiano Ronaldo, Paulo Dybala and Serie A stars will wear face paint this weekend

Serie A stars to wear face paint during the weekend [Courtesy]

Serie A stars will wear face paint in this weekend's matches, as clubs and match officials unite in a United Nations-backed campaign looking to tackle violence against women.

In all games played over the weekend - including Juventus vs SPAL and Lazio vs AC Milan - players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Paulo Dybala and referees will take to the field with a red mark on their faces.

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