"Image source, Getty Images Fiorentina say they have taken security measures to protect players, staff and their families after they received "unacceptable and shameful" threats. The threats were received following the club's 3-1 loss at Sassuolo on Saturday, which left winless Fiorentina bottom of Serie A after 14 matches. The club condemned the threats in a statement and said it "expresses its full solidarity and support for the players and their families"."
""Behaviour of this kind has no place in football or in any area of our society. The club immediately contacted its players and the relevant authorities to ensure that all necessary measures are taken to protect the safety of the players, the staff, their loved ones and the families involved. "ACF Fiorentina, while thanking the many supporters who have already shown affection and support regarding these regrettable events, reiterates that there will never be any room for intimidation, hatred or violence."
Fiorentina received unacceptable and shameful threats after a 3-1 defeat at Sassuolo, leaving the team winless and bottom of Serie A after 14 matches. The club condemned the threats, expressed full solidarity with players and their families, and implemented security measures to protect players, staff and loved ones. The club contacted relevant authorities and thanked supporters who showed affection and support regarding the incidents. The wife of defender Dodo posted death threats aimed at her and her family on social media. The winless start contrasts with the previous season when the club finished sixth in the Italian top flight.
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