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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Four hospitalised after overnight fire at Fiorentina training centre
Four people were hospitalised after a fire broke out at Viola Park, Fiorentina's training centre, in the early hours of Sunday morning according to various reports in Italy. Three boys and one accompanying adult were taken to hospital for checks, the local fire department have confirmed. A fire broke out in the south area of the Pavilion C building at around 2.15 local time (1.15 BST) and continued until around 6.15 am before the flames were fully extinguished. Two firefighting teams, two ladder trucks, two tankers and an air unit were sent out to tackle the raging flames. It is understood that the fire broke out within one of the rooms within the Pavilion C building at Viola Park and spread into the corridors. Three boys and one accompanying adult needed to be rescued and were taken to hospital for checks. There have fortunately been no fatalities.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Fiorentina training ground hit by massive fire at 2am with three children and an adult rushed to hospital
A huge fire erupted at Fiorentina's training ground on Saturday night which saw four people taken to hospital. Reports from Italy claim that the flames broke out in area that houses the rooms of the club's youngsters at Viola Park. The blaze is believed to have started around 2am with a decision quickly made to evacuate. The fire went on to rage throughout the night. with three boys and an accompanying adult taken for medical care due to their exposure to the fumes. The Florence fire command and the Pontassieve are said to have deployed 20 units which included ladder trucks, tankers and an air wagon. A Fiorentina statement on the incident said: 'During the night a fire, the causes of which are still unclear, broke out inside a room in the pavilion dedicated to the youth sector of the 'Rocco B. Commisso' Viola Park. Incendio al Viola Park nella notte: fiamme domate dai vigili del fuoco. Da chiarire le cause. #Fiorentina — Fiorentina Uno (@FiorentinaUno) June 1, 2025 . 'The alarm system, emergency procedures and the preparation of the staff present ensured the rapid evacuation of the structure. 'Some people were taken to hospital for checks and accompanied by our health workers, and have already been discharged in good condition. 'The area of the pavilion affected by the fire has, at the moment, been isolated and made safe.' The mayor of Bagno a Ripoli, Francesco Pignotti, said that the fire had caused a 'night of fear' but was thankful no one was seriously hurt while giving special praise to the response of the Fire Brigade. He said: 'The images of the flames at Viola Park are terrible. A night of fear that fortunately did not cause serious damage to people. 'The three boys and the adult taken to the hospital are under observation but are fine. 'We are in contact with Fiorentina and our entire community is close to them. 'Thanks to the firefighters and the staff who intervened promptly, avoiding the worst.'
The Sun
4 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Massive fire rips through Fiorentina's training ground in 2am blaze with three children and an adult rushed to hospital
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to deal with a terrifying incident at the training base of Fiorentina last night as four people were taken to hospital. According to reports in Italy, the flames broke out from inside the pavilion that houses the rooms of young Fiorentina footballers at Viola Park. The entire area was evacuated as the flames raged throughout the night. Four people -three boys and an adult accompanying them - were taken to hospital for checks to due exposure to the fumes. The blaze is said to have started at around 2:15am, with 20 units being deployed on site by the Florence fire command to battle it, including ladder trucks, tankers and an air wagon. Extinguishing operations are reported to have continued until 6:15am. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Roma release extraordinary statement accusing their former player of being 'visibly intoxicated', urinating on their property and hospitalising two youth team stars after entering the club's dressing room
Roma have accused their former player Nicolo Zaniolo of hospitalising two of their youth team stars after entering the club's dressing room on Monday evening. The Serie A club initially brought the alleged incident to light shortly after their Primavera championship semi-final against Fiorentina - the club that Zaniolo is currently on loan at from Turkish side Galatasaray. After Fiorentina claimed a 2-1 victory to book their place in the final of the youth team competition, Zaniolo is said to have gone to Roma's locker room, having made 128 appearances for the club between 2018 and 2023. In a statement released on Monday night, Roma alleged that Zaniolo 'engaged in provocative behaviour' and physically struck two of their players. They have now doubled down on the claim, while providing further details on the alleged altercation, as the club accused Zaniolo of being 'visibly intoxicated' and urinating on their property. Roma's extraordinary statement on Tuesday night read: 'On the evening of May 26, following the Primavera semi-final match Fiorentina vs AS Roma at Viola Park, Nicolò Zaniolo (Fiorentina first team) unlawfully entered the Roma dressing room area accompanied by an associate, despite lacking accreditation. 'Witnesses report Zaniolo appeared visibly intoxicated. He urinated in Roma facilities, provoked players, and, without verbal exchange, physically struck Mattia Almaviva and violently pushed Marco Litti against a bench. 'Litti had recently undergone shoulder surgery. Both players required hospitalization: Almaviva received a 10-day recovery prognosis, Litti 21 days. 'AS Roma stands firmly by its youth players and is appalled by the violent and unjustifiable behavior witnessed at Viola Park. 'We trust that the institutions will act decisively to ensure accountability and protect the values of Italian football.' The FIGC - Italy's football federation - has launched an investigation, and Zaniolo could face a lengthy ban if found guilty of any wrongdoing. Zaniolo, who spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Aston Villa, denied the allegations made against him on Monday, insisting that he left Roma's dressing room after being subjected to insults. Zaniolo's statement read: 'At the end of the match, I went into the locker room to congratulate the Fiorentina lads, then passed through the Roma room to salute and compliment them on their season. 'However, at a certain point they started to insult me, so at that stage, to avoid the situation degenerating, I preferred to simply leave.' He released a further statement on Tuesday afternoon on his Instagram Story where he apologised for his behaviour and admitted to losing his temper. 'I want to apologise with all my heart for what happened yesterday,' Zaniolo wrote. 'I know that I reacted badly and I take full responsibility. I went there with the sole intent of giving a positive sign, to show my solidarity with the lads in a difficult moment after the match. 'Unfortunately, I was verbally provoked by a young lad and, my mistake, lost my temper. It is a mistake that weighs on me, especially as I know that I ought to be setting an example to the younger players. 'However, I wish to clarify that the facts of the matter are very different to the version given and on my part, other than a verbal discussion, there was no physically aggressive behaviour. 'I know that I left some people down with this incident, but I hope you can understand that it was not my intention to disrespect anyone. Having said that, I renew my apology. 'Now as a man, a sportsman, and a person who loves this world, I want to rebuild and look forward with humility.'
