The Turin derby, a fixture packed with regional pride and high stakes, finally got underway just after 21:45 after authorities stabilized the situation. The match carried added significance as a Juventus victory would have secured Champions League qualification for next season.

The postponement followed a chaotic scene outside the venue where clashes erupted between supporters wearing the traditional black-and-white stripes of Juventus and the maroon of Torino. Emergency responders treated one individual with severe injuries before transporting him to a nearby medical facility.

Inside the stadium, Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli received an emotional plea from fans in the stands, who urged him not to proceed with the match given the gravity of the situation. Juventus president Damien Comolli later addressed the media, confirming the players’ awareness of the supporter’s condition and the understandable requests from the crowd.

The Italian league had originally scheduled the Turin derby simultaneously with matches in Milan, Como, and Rome—all featuring teams still fighting for the final two Champions League spots. Authorities had to intervene to ensure safety protocols were followed before allowing the game to resume.