La Juve Stabia takes a stand on the controversy raised by the exultation of its fans after the decisive goal by Romano Floriani Mussolini, great-grandson of Benito Mussolini and son of Alessandra mussolini, which sealed the 1-0 victory against Cesena in the Serie B match.
In a video circulating online, fans from Castellammare di Stabia can be seen raising their hands to the sky and shouting the young player's last name in chorus, a gesture that has prompted some to hypothesize an apology for fascism. In an official note published on the club's website, the Campania club has firmly rejected all accusations, speaking of a simple demonstration of sporting enthusiasm.
“SS Juve Stabia 1907 – reads the note – acknowledges the deliberate desire of a part of the national press to exploit a normal celebration of the Stabia public, who celebrated the goal of an exemplary boy and a footballer who is giving his all to defend the colors of our club. For 117 years in Castellammare di Stabia people have celebrated every goal of the city team.”
The company emphasizes that the fans' celebration always follows the same pattern, regardless of the name of the scorer: “Since the stadium has been equipped with speakers, when a goal is scored the name of the player is announced by our sound system, while the fans chant the surname while raising their arms to the sky in a sign of sporting joy.”
The President Andrea Langella, surprised by the media resonance of the case, reiterated the company's values: “Our ideals are based on fairness, respect and healthy competitiveness related to sport. These principles do not change based on the last name of our players, all exemplary boys. Our fans are among the most fair in the Italian football scene, and we do not accept exploitation of this type. Romano Floriani Mussolini is a golden boy and deserves respect.”
langella concluded by confirming that the team is focused on the next challenges to achieve the goal of salvation. Meanwhile, the goal of Mussolini, in addition to giving three precious points, pushed Juve Stabia to fourth place in the standings, a result that ignites new hopes for the club.
Article published on 23 December 2024 - 21:49
The issue is complex and I think it is important to consider different perspectives. The fans' celebration can be interpreted in various ways, but I do not think it is right to accuse without concrete evidence. We must be careful in judging.