Italian FA investigates 'women not allowed' leaflets

Published on: 21 August 2018

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Italian FA investigates 'women not allowed' leaflets

Lazio's hardcore fans have gained a reputation for violence, racism and anti-Semitism

The Italian FA has opened an investigation into calls from Lazio ultras to ban women from part of the club's Olympic Stadium in Rome.

Before the first game of the season, an unofficial flyer was distributed saying part of the Curva Nord was a "sacred place" where women were not allowed.

Lazio blamed "a few fans", adding: "We are against any discrimination."

The Italian FA confirmed to BBC Sport its prosecutor office has started an investigation over the leaflets.

Italian FA investigates 'women not allowed' leaflets

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