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“Ultras on the side of power” “Wouldn’t it have been better to become a cop?” #Italy — Banners were displayed in the stands of Frazione Calcistica Dal Pozzo criticising ultras groups organising “anti-maranza patrols” under the pretext of protecting looted shops. Following the anti-government street protests in France and then Italy, particularly far-right ultras groups attempted to organise “anti-maranza patrols”, claiming to protect cities and shops. Although participation remained limited, these initiatives sparked debate within the ultras scene. In Italy, the word maranza is generally used to describe young people associated with street disorder, flashy clothing and youth gangs. The term is also used as a label targeting young people of migrant origin in particular. The reason for the criticism expressed through the banners is that some ultras groups are supporting the security campaign against these young people. The criticism centres on ultras, who have historically opposed state authority and repressive policies, adopting the rhetoric of a government that has targeted them for years and taking sides against another social group.

#France — Saint-Étienne ultras group Green Angels displayed a banner in support of student protests: “The State represses what it does not understand; the police maim those they cannot control.”