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Crystal Palace’s Florence’s trip may have started with riot police and extra security at the monuments, but it ended with their players dancing in the streets with their fans.

Firenze Viola and Fiorentina News report on the Crystal Palace squad in Florence today. The party atmosphere throughout the night allayed any fear of trouble.

florence viola Kick things off, reporting that there was ‘celebration’ in the Crystal Palace camp as they reached the semi-finals.

That success, his first, caused celebration in both London and Florence. The latter includes the Crystal Palace players who were given the night off by Oliver Glassner.

As a result, as shown in various videos on social media, Dean Henderson, Jeremy Pino and other Eagles players ‘took to the streets’ in central Florence to celebrate. The trio also joined in with fans they met on the way.

In the video below, he can be seen singing in Piazza Strozzi.

fiorentina newsMeanwhile, Crystal Palace players are reported to have ‘immediately gathered’ in the center of Florence to join in the celebrations.

According to the outlet, the streets of the Tuscan capital were filled with “dancing, chanting and revelry” late into the night. At present, there is no report of any clash or any kind of incident between the fans.

Crystal Palace fans have not only behaved but made a very positive impression on their Italian hosts.

Italian overreaction unnecessary

Sport Witness reported yesterday Florence essentially went into lockdown ahead of the arrival of the Crystal Palace travel group.

To ensure there was no trouble, police were put in riot gear, monuments were closed and the sale of liquor was limited. By mid-afternoon yesterday, it all seemed like a huge overreaction.

Instead of any trouble, Police was saying ‘no foul play’ While Crystal Palace fans roamed the streets in shirts, scarves and other items. There was no sign of any kind of problem.

It appears that this continued through the night. Their progress to the European semi-finals has led to street parties rather than fights and more mocking of the lengths to which Florence has reached this week.

crystal Palace Fans have mocked Florence’s city-wide lockdown despite no problems being reported ahead of the clash with Fiorentina.

Firenze Viola reports on the situation in Florence todayWhich includes photos of various Crystal Palace fans enjoying a visit to the Italian city.

Florence under lockdown

Sport Witness covered the report yesterday How Florence essentially went into lockdown before Crystal Palace fans arrived.

1,300 Crystal Palace fans have traveled for the Europa Conference League tie, and the Italians were taking no chances.

The authorities had taken various top measures for the arrival, with the work being carried out under tight security since this morning.

The plans include police in anti-riot preparedness, while municipal teams have set up anti-ram barriers around various monuments in the city.

This security will be in effect from Wednesday 8 am to Thursday midnight. The plan is to create a secure perimeter designed to prevent vandalism or accidental damage. For 48 hours, Florence is acting as a ‘fortified city’.

Crystal Palace fans behave

However, these fears are completely baseless. Firenze Viola reports Crystal Palace fans have added nothing but color to Florence since yesterday.

They have decorated the area around Santa Maria Novella in their club’s colours, chanting and reveling in high spirits. It’s all a lot of fun, as it should be.

The police have also confirmed this and said that ‘there has been no disturbance of any kind’ due to their presence. A few Crystal Palace fans have also been seen wandering around, some alone, proudly wearing shirts and scarves.

Overall, it seems the atmosphere is positive.

Crystal Palace fans are enjoying their European adventure and the opportunity to visit one of Italy’s best cities. He appeared to have no intention of causing any trouble, perhaps surprising the Italian authorities.

Florence may be known as the ‘Cradle of the Renaissance’, a city of art, beauty and invention, but when crystal Palace Fans arriving on Thursday will find a city of security.

With more than 1,300 Crystal Palace fans expected in the city for tomorrow’s Conference League clash with Fiorentina, authorities have activated a full-scale plan to protect both public order and the city’s priceless monuments.

Florence is on alert regarding the Crystal Palace

La Nazione reports on variousAnd very extreme security measures are being taken for the game.

Firstly, Florence will operate under tight security from early in the morning. There will be barriers around the Duomo, Biancone (Neptune Fountain), Loggia dei Lanzi and other sites. This is due to concerns about English fans gathering in the historic centre.

Police, Carabinieri and Guardia di Finanza units, some of whom are in riot gear, will patrol the city throughout the day. Their mission is clear; Prevent skirmishes, keep the wings separated and protect the busiest and most delicate areas of Florence.

Monument under special protection

The city’s artistic treasures are being given unprecedented attention.

Following orders from the Prefecture and Questura, municipal teams have set up anti-ram barriers around various monuments in the city.

This security will be in effect from Wednesday 8 am to Thursday midnight. The plan is to create a secure perimeter designed to prevent vandalism or accidental damage.

There are also parking restrictions in place in the historic centre. Any vehicle abandoned inside the protected area, unless a handicapped permit is displayed, will be towed and impounded. The goal is complete visibility and control for the police.

action on alcohol

As is often the case in fixtures deemed high-risk, Florence has also banned off-premise alcohol sales for the entire match day. The hope is that this will reduce the likelihood of disorder or rowdy behaviour.

Florence will act as a ‘fortified city’ for 48 hours. He is very focused on protecting his legacy.

This would involve Crystal Palace traveling parties taking buses directly to the away leg. The plan is to prevent roaming groups and reduce the risk of collision.

So, while Crystal Palace are heading into Italy feeling safe with their 3-0 win in the first leg, they will be entering a city that is also safe.

Maybe a little more. But then again, English fans should be used to criticism from top officials at this point.