Fans of the Italian football club Torino FC expressed their frustration through a rather unsanitary protest, dumping a large pile of excrement outside the training facility. This protest was aimed at the club's owner, Urbano Cairo, who has been at the helm for over 20 years. The message on a banner hung on the gate read, "Eat shit, Cairo," clearly highlighting the displeasure of the supporters regarding the owner’s management and commitment to improving the team. The actions were a direct response to a recent substantial loss against Genoa, which has left Torino fighting to avoid relegation.

The team's recent performance has been troubling, with Torino sitting at 15th place in the league table, just three points above the relegation zone. Fans are particularly irked as the team has only managed to win two of their last ten matches and is currently on a four-game winless streak. The discontent escalated after the disappointing 0-3 defeat to Genoa, prompting supporters to take drastic measures to make their voices heard. Such actions show the depth of frustration among the fanbase regarding the direction in which the club is heading.

With public displays of discontent becoming more common amongst football fans globally, this protest also reflects a growing trend where supporters are willing to take extreme measures when they perceive a lack of accountability from club management. The dismissal of head coach Marco Baroni following the Genoa defeat presents further implications for the club’s future, raising questions about the stability and operational decisions made under Cairo’s ownership. Fans' hope for change is now paired with anxiety over the club's ongoing struggles on the pitch.