Fiorentina lost 2-1 to Inter at San Siro, but their defeat was accompanied by a wider protest: Florentine fans decided not to attend the away match, while some still traveled to Milan to show their dissent. The gesture was accompanied by banners displayed outside the headquarters of the Lega Calcio Serie A, in via Rosellini, which carried the phrase "This football does not belong to us". The initiative was launched in the context of a broader protest by Italian ultras against the high cost of tickets and the restrictions imposed by the Ministry of the Interior.
Fiorentina's away sector arrived on the pitch with the Curva Fiesole, the most active section of the Florentine fans, completely empty. The decision not to show up was taken in line with the ultras' campaign calling for "free" travel and a reduction in ticket prices. Despite this, numerous fans still reached Milan to support the team, demonstrating a strong bond with Fiorentina and a desire to make their voices heard.
The message on the banner, published by the official Curva Fiesole page on Instagram, does not refer to arbitrary disputes but focuses exclusively on the topic of prices and restrictions. The caption of the post highlights the request for "free travel", underlining the ultras' frustration with ticketing policies and limitations on access to the courts.
The match, although marked by a defeat, saw Fiorentina fight with determination. Inter equalized with a goal from Dzeko and then closed the result with a goal from Lautaro Martinez. Despite the loss, Fiorentina remain competitive in the league, but the protest on and off the pitch highlights growing tension between fans, club and authorities.
The next step for the Lega Calcio will be to respond to the ultras' requests. If the protest intensifies, clubs will be faced with the possibility of further disruption during travel. For Fiorentina, the challenge remains to maintain the motivation of the players and fans, trying to transform frustration into positive energy for the next matches.