Councilman Walks Out of Meeting to Watch Napoli's Championship Game

Afragola Councilman's Dramatic Protest: A Show of Passion or Political Stunt? Afragola, Italy – In a dramatic display of political protest, city councilman Gennaro Giustino interrupted a council meeting on May 23rd, 2025, to voice his outrage over its scheduling conflict with the crucial Napoli football match. Giustino, visibly agitated, launched into a passionate speech criticizing Mayor Antonio Pannone for his alleged support of rival team Juventus and the Lega party. "We are only here because he's a Juventino and a Leghista, but we have a date with history," Giustino declared before dramatically removing his jacket to reveal a Napoli jersey underneath. He then left the meeting, stating his intention to join the celebration of Napoli's impending victory. The incident, captured on video, has sparked debate about the appropriateness of such political demonstrations and the intersection of sports and politics in local governance. The mayor's office has yet to respond to Giustino's accusations.