turin derby delayed after violent clashes between fans, one supporter in critical condition
the highly anticipated turin derby, originally slated for 8:45 PM, was postponed to 9:45 PM following fierce confrontations between rival fan groups outside the stadium
the final matchday clash between Torino and Juventus in the Serie A season did not kick off as planned. security concerns arose after a Juventus supporter was rushed to the hospital in serious condition following violent clashes between fan factions. the game, which could have secured a UEFA Champions League spot for Juventus, is now set to resume at 9:45 PM.
during a broadcast interview, Damien Comolli, Juventus’ president and CEO, revealed that fans in the Juventus section urged club captain Manuel Locatelli to refuse playing the match due to the severity of the incident. the italian league had scheduled the turin derby simultaneously with matches in Milan, Como, and Rome, all critical for the final two Champions League qualification spots.