Como President Apologizes for Fans' Abuse of Inter Officials
Como president Mirwan Suwarso has issued a public apology following reports of abusive behavior by the club's supporters during the recent Serie A match against Inter Milan. The incident, which occurred during Inter's 1-0 victory at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, involved a section of home fans directing insults at the visiting delegation in the stadium's main stand.
In a statement posted on Instagram, Suwarso condemned the actions of a minority of fans and issued a direct apology. "The pride for our team's performance cannot overshadow my disappointment in the behavior shown by some in the main stand towards the visiting delegation," the statement read. "I understand the intense emotions of football, but we must never lose sight of who we are. We are a club with strong values, and dignity is one of the most important. This must extend beyond the pitch to our opponents, their fans, and especially their officials. They are our guests and deserve respect."
The statement, which did not reference the specific nature of the abuse, emphasized the club's core values. "Taunts and insults in the main stand do not represent the club we are building. They undermine the very values we stand for," Suwarso's statement continued. It concluded with a firm stance: "We will take the necessary measures to ensure these standards are upheld. Those who cannot respect our opponents will not be welcome." The incident has drawn attention to fan conduct at a crucial point in the season, with Como, newly promoted, enjoying a strong campaign in Serie A. The club's swift and public response aims to reinforce its community values and maintain the club's positive standing in the league.
Como's statement and apology come amidst a period of significant progress for the club, which returned to Italy's top flight this season. The public rebuke of its own supporters' behavior underscores the club's desire to build a positive reputation both on and off the pitch. The club has not yet detailed any specific sanctions against the individuals involved, but Suwarso's statement indicates a zero-tolerance policy for such incidents moving forward.
