Football-related violence in Italy

Overview

Recent reports highlight instances of violence involving football supporters and spectators in Italy.

In Potenza Picena, authorities reported four individuals to the Macerata Public Prosecutor's Office following clashes between fan groups during a match on September 6. The incidents resulted in injuries to a Carabinieri commander. Charges include masking one's face to avoid identification, attempting to scale barriers, throwing dangerous objects, and possession of a knife.

In Carmagnola, authorities issued three DASPO bans following a brawl during an Under-15 match in April 2026. The confrontation in the spectator stands involved an attack on a fan and an intervening spectator. The situation escalated when a youth's parents attacked an off-duty Carabinieri officer, and the youth subsequently struck the officer in the face before fleeing. The violence resulted in physical injuries to three victims.

Entities

Carmagnola · Augusta · Questura di Siracusa · Verona · Carabinieri

Timeline

1 day ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Carmagnola: Three DASPO bans issued after youth football brawl
Three DASPO bans were issued in Carmagnola following a violent brawl during an Under-15 football match that involved attacks on spectators and an off-duty Carabinieri officer.
9 days ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Potenza Picena: Four individuals charged after football stadium violence
Four individuals face charges following violent clashes between football fans during a match in Potenza Picena, Italy, resulting in injuries to a Carabinieri officer.

Sources

ilcarmagnolese.it · marcheingol.it · marchenews24.it · newsicilia.it · pianetaempoli.it · radioerre.it · veronasera.it · youtvrs.it