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Lazio Ultras Reveal Decision Regarding Attending Coppa Italia Final & Roma Derby
TL;DR
Lazio Ultras have decided to boycott the Coppa Italia final while attending the Roma Derby. Their protests against club president Claudio Lotito continue as they demand his resignation.
Key points
- Lazio Ultras are protesting against Claudio Lotito's administration
- They are boycotting the Coppa Italia final
- Fans returned for one match against AC Milan as a gesture of support
- The protests have been ongoing since January 30
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Lazio Ultras Reveal Decision Regarding Attending Coppa Italia Final & Roma Derby
The organized Lazio fan groups have made contrasting decisions regarding attending the Coppa Italia final and the Derby della Capitale.
Lazio Ultras Have Been Protesting Against Claudio Lotito’s Reign
The supporters have been boycotting the club’s home fixtures as part of their protest against Claudio Lotito’s administration, demanding that the unpopular patron sell the club. This has been the case since the league fixture against Genoa on January 30, with the only exception being the clash against AC Milan, when the fans returned to their stands in what they described as ‘one last act of love’.
On Wednesday, Lazio beat Atalanta in the Coppa Italia semi-final following dramatic penalty shootouts. This set the stage for a hectic week in May, one that will decide the club’s entire campaign.
Lazio Set for Massive Week
The Biancocelesti will host Inter Milan at the Stadio Olimpico for a league fixture on May 9. Four days later, the two clubs will meet again at the same venue for the Coppa Italia final. The following weekend, Lazio will clash heads with their arch-rivals Roma in the season’s second edition of the Derby della Capitale.
Q&A
Why are Lazio Ultras boycotting the Coppa Italia final?
Lazio Ultras are boycotting the Coppa Italia final as part of their ongoing protests against club president Claudio Lotito, whom they want to resign.
What was the exception for Lazio Ultras attending a match this season?
The only exception was during the match against AC Milan, where fans returned to support the team in what they called 'one last act of love.'
What are the Lazio Ultras demanding from Claudio Lotito?
The Lazio Ultras are demanding that Claudio Lotito sell the club due to their dissatisfaction with his administration.
