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Lazio fans protest hierarchy after Coppa Italia exit to Mantova

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Lazio fans protest hierarchy after Coppa Italia exit to Mantova

Summary

Organized Lazio fan groups expressed their anger at club management following a 2-0 defeat to Mantova in the Coppa Italia. The loss, occurring in Gennaro Gattuso's first competitive match at the helm, led to a sparsely attended match at the Stadio Olimpico due to ongoing protests against president Claudio Lotito. Fans issued a statement criticizing the management for failing to improve the team and calling for changes, including the removal of Emanuele Floridi for his ties to rival AS Roma. They emphasized their continuing commitment to support the team while demanding better performances moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Lazio lost 2-0 to Mantova in Coppa Italia on August 17, 2026.
•The match was poorly attended due to fan protests against management.
•Fans criticized president Claudio Lotito for failing to improve the team.
•Emanuele Floridi is under fire for his connections to AS Roma.
•Fans pledged support for Gennaro Gattuso while demanding improved performances.

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5:30 PMYahoo Sports — “Who Cares About Frattesi?!” – Lazio Fan Groups Lash Out on Hierarchy, Want Roma Fans Out

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The organised Lazio fan groups have vented their anger at the management following Sunday’s embarrassing Coppa Italia exit.Lazio Beaten By MantovaIn his first competitive match in charge, Gennaro Ga...
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