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Wenger backs Rome as final host despite attack

LONDON (AFP) – Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger on Friday condemned the attacks that left a Gunners fan in Rome with a suspected stab wound, but stopped short of calling for May’s Champions League final to be removed from the Italian capital.

Asked if the location should be changed, Wenger replied: "No, even if I am conscious that what happened is not acceptable.

"It has, of course, to be investigated, but I believe that is purely down to Roma’s supporters.

"I have been to many Champions League finals, and it is always a much more neutral atmosphere in the final."

The fan was attacked just before Wednesday’s Champions League tie at Rome’s Olympic Stadium where Arsenal defeated Roma in their last 16 tie.

Written by: AFP

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