Roma Fans Rally to Cover Mancini's Fine for Derby Celebration
Gianluca Mancini, fined for waving a controversial flag after Roma's victory over Lazio, sees overwhelming fan support through a crowdfunding campaign.
- Roma fans set up a GoFundMe page to pay the €5,000 fine imposed on Gianluca Mancini for his post-derby celebration with a flag mocking Lazio.
- The crowdfunding effort surpassed its goal, raising over €7,000 in less than 14 hours, demonstrating significant fan support.
- Mancini, who scored the winning goal in Roma's 1-0 victory over Lazio, apologized for any offense caused by the flag, stating he did not intend to offend.
- The Italian Football Federation investigated the incident but decided to fine Mancini without imposing a ban.
- If Mancini decides to pay the fine himself, the funds raised will be donated to charity, as stated by the campaign's organizer.
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