👀 Lazio v Roma derby to get extra security in Italy, here’s why | OneFootball

The Derby della Capitale promises to be one of the most intense matches at the start of this Italian Championship season. The game between Lazio and Roma, scheduled for this Sunday (21) at 7:30 AM (Brasília time), at the Olympic Stadium, will feature not only the traditional local organized fan groups but also allied groups coming from other European countries.

According to the Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, seven foreign organized groups have confirmed their presence at the derby: among Lazio's allies will be fans from Levski Sofia (Bulgaria), Wisla Kraków (Poland), West Ham (England), and Lokomotive Leipzig (Germany).

On Roma's side, ultras from Panathinaikos (Greece), Dinamo Zagreb (Croatia), and Atlético de Madrid (Spain) will be present.

The reinforcement in the stands has increased the authorities' concerns. More than 1,500 police officers will be mobilized, with support from drones and helicopters, according to the Italian newspaper.

Rome's police have also started monitoring bars and restaurants since Saturday night, in an attempt to prevent clashes before and after the game.

The history of the derby justifies the alert atmosphere. In 2024, Lazio and Roma were involved in violent scenes with the exchange of flares, even though they were separated by different sections in the stadium. Additionally, episodes of a political nature and manifestations of intolerance have already marked the duel — including cases of anti-Semitism and provocations linked to fascism, attributed to radical factions of Lazio's supporters.

On the field, the match is valid for the 4th round of Serie A 2025/26. Lazio has six points and is in seventh place, while Roma is in 13th, with three points.

Probable line-ups:

The derby can be watched live on Xsports and Disney+.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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