Rome Supports Its Fans and Insists on Holding the Derby on Sunday

Roma issued an official statement expressing its full understanding of the anger and frustration experienced by the club's fans in recent hours, following the ongoing debate about the possibility of postponing the capital derby against Lazio.

The club emphasized that it recognizes the sacrifices and commitment made by fans to support the team, whether they are season ticket holders or fans for whom attending the stadium is an essential part of their daily lives, stressing that the rights of the fans will remain a priority for the management.

Roma clarified that it is working through all possible official channels to ensure the match is held on Sunday as scheduled, based on its conviction of the need to respect the rights of fans and protect their interests, amidst the significant controversy that accompanied the decision to change the match date.

In the conclusion of its statement, the club emphasized that the "Giallorossi" fans represent a unique legacy of loyalty, love, and responsibility towards the team's colors, affirming that this bond between the club and its supporters grows stronger in difficult times. The management will continue to defend the passion of its fans with respect and determination, regardless of the final decision regarding the derby date.

The crisis stems from the decision by authorities in the Italian capital, Rome, to postpone the derby from Sunday to Monday due to its coincidence with the final of the Italian Open Tennis Championship held at the Foro Italico complex near the stadium. This decision angered the fans of both clubs and the Italian League Association because it affects the principle of equal opportunities in the round, in addition to the logistical and organizational damages that will affect thousands of fans, clubs, transport companies, and television broadcasters.