Why the Padova Ultras are Boycotting Their Own Stadium
"We Feel Like Unwanted Guests In Our Own Home"
After three decades of simmering discontent over the Euganeo, Ultras Padova and Appartenenza Bianscocudata have taken a stance this season, leading a boycott of home matches.
Citing the club’s perceived lack of desire to constructively engage in discussions to find an alternative solution, the supporters groups announced the radical step in June.
“We have never felt at home here, but always unwelcome guests,” they said in a statement, in which they accused the club of “stealing 30 years from us”.
The house the Ultras built
“We’re in the car park, a grey car with its boot open,” reads the text from Massimo as Destination Calcio arrives at the Euganeo three hours before kick-off.
There’s no love lost between Padova and Vicenza and matches between the two are often hostile affairs.
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