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Friedkin family pushed for derby kickoff change to satisfy Roma fans
·16 May 2026·176d ago

Friedkin family pushed for derby kickoff change to satisfy Roma fans

Source: Forza Roma

The Friedkin Group ownership, acting through president Dan Friedkin, pressed for Roma's derby against Lazio to be brought forward by thirty minutes from the original League schedule, according to reports. The club sided with its supporters, who had made clear their preference for a Monday evening fixture, despite the potential for additional costs to cover security and services at the Olimpico. The decision came after the club read and responded to a statement from the Curva expressing fan sentiment on the match timing.

The derby kickoff adjustment represented a rare instance of the American owners directly intervening in fixture scheduling to align with supporter wishes. Roma chose to back its fans even at the risk of incurring extra spending on public order and stadium operations, should the rescheduled timing create logistical demands. The match carries significant weight for the season's final stretch.

The club's move to accommodate the fanbase reflects an attempt to maintain goodwill after the Lega's initial scheduling decision was later contested by the prefect's office. By stepping in to support the rescheduled time, Roma aimed to deliver the Monday evening kickoff its supporters had openly requested.

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Testo Originale / Source Text

“Il presidente in persona, tramite il figlio Dan, ha insistito e fatto pressione per accontentare i tifosi giallorossi Redazione 16 maggio - 08:48 Friedkin, questo film ci ha stancati C'è infatti anche la mano della proprietà americana dietro alla decisione di anticipare il derby «solo» di mezz'ora…”

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