Fiorentina fans’ tifo with two-word message for Juventus clash explained
Fiorentina supporters unveiled a striking tifo ahead of their Serie A clash with Juventus, sending a clear message to the players: they want to see “11 lions” take to the pitch against the Bianconeri.
Serie A Round 11 ends in Florence on Sunday evening as home side Fiorentina face historic rivals Juventus.
Fiorentina vs. Juventus – Home fans’ tifo explained
It’s the biggest game of the year for the Tuscan fans who did all they could to motivate their team ahead of kick-off.
Fiorentina ultras welcomed the teams onto the pitch with a clear message to their players. A banner in the curva read: “So nature wills, so tradition teaches: before the zebra, the lion always commands.”
Ultras in the curva displayed a second message: the face of a lion and the two words “11 lions.”
Fair to say Fiorentina players followed their fans’ advice, scoring the opening goal just four minutes later with Mateo Pellegrino.
Fiorentina are among the accredited media at the Stadio Franchi this evening. Follow live updates via the Football Italia LIVE BLOG.
