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- Both sets of ultras will miss Saturday’s league meeting at the Stadio Olimpico.
- Supporters will gather at Ponte Milvio rather than entering the stadium.
- Lazio fans continue their protests against the club’s current owners.
- Inter Milan supporters join the boycott in solidarity with their rivals.
- The move aims to ease tensions before Wednesday’s Coppa Italia final at the same venue.
Organised supporter groups from Lazio and Inter Milan have announced plans to avoid the Stadio Olimpico during Saturday’s Serie A fixture. The two sets of fans have agreed to stage a coordinated boycott of the match.
The Lazio ultras are continuing their demonstrations against the club’s current owners. These protests have dominated the second half of the season for the Rome-based side.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan supporters have decided to stand with them in a show of unity. The Nerazzurri fans are not protesting against their own club but are joining Lazio’s groups in solidarity.
Rather than watching from the stands, both groups will meet at Ponte Milvio ahead of kick-off. This location will serve as a gathering point for supporters from both clubs.
The decision carries tactical significance. The two teams face each other again just four days later in the Coppa Italia final at the same stadium. By staying outside on Saturday, the fans hope to reduce tension and build harmony before the cup showdown.
A spokesperson for the supporter groups confirmed they will return for Wednesday’s final. They explained that avoiding the league match helps create a peaceful atmosphere. The representative urged all fans to arrive early for the midweek showpiece and stressed the need for unity during the important clash.