As Fiorentina announced an open training session for supporters at their Stadio Artemio Franchi the day before their Coppa Italia semifinal versus Atalanta, the club’s Ultras mobilized. Already having planned a spectacular full-stadium choreography to mark one year since the tragic loss of their captain Davide Astori during the tie, the Viola faithful saw this as an opportunity to show their unwavering support for the team. 

“Everyone at the Franchi at 17:00 for an open training session. #Fiorentina and the entire city mobilise”

There will be some special scenes at tonight’s open training session and you won’t miss a minute of it over on @FloFC_ pic.twitter.com/tSyQ3kQ9sI

— Chloe Beresford (@ChloeJBeresford) February 26, 2019

A banner was held aloft in the Curva Fiesole during the 3-3 draw with Inter on Sunday encouraging “Tutti allo Stadio” (everyone to the stadium) in addition to messages on social media, all with the same message.

With this in mind, thousands of fans are expected to create an incredible atmosphere with flags, flares, and a barrage of noise in order to convey the message that they are completely behind this young side as they attempt to win the Coppa Italia for the first time since 2001. 

FloFC will have reporters present at this unique event, so stay tuned to this article for exclusive and updating content. Canadian viewers can watch Fiorentina-Atalanta as well as Lazio-AC Milan right here on FloFC.

5:40 PM — Fiorentina Ultras Arrive At Stadium

The entire city of Florence is galvanized around this team for their historic run in the Coppa Italia, as well as the remembering of captain Davide Asotri; the one-year anniversary of his death is next week on March 4.

"Everyone to the stadium!" the sign reads

6:06 PM — The Team Takes The Field

Fans gathered around the pitch in front of a stunning sunset:

The @acffiorentina Ultras are ready.@Adz77 pic.twitter.com/naOjcjDe6C

— FloFC (@FloFC_) February 26, 2019

Italian supporters groups often (and sometimes rightly) get a bad press but the flip side of the coin is this sort of bond between players & fans is something rarely seen in the English game and is really special. https://t.co/bj5ghaaI4j

— George Young (@GiorgioGiovane) February 26, 2019