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tifo
What does tifo mean?
An organised visual display by fans using banners, cards, flags or smoke to create a spectacle, usually before kick-off.
"The ultras unveiled a stunning tifo across the whole stand."
Origin
Italian, short for 'tifoseria' (the fanbase); from 'tifo', fan fervour.
Frequently asked questions
What is a tifo in football?
It is a large, choreographed supporter display using banners, coloured cards, flags or smoke to create a visual spectacle, usually just before kick-off.
Where does the word tifo come from?
It is Italian, linked to 'tifoseria' meaning the fanbase and 'tifo' meaning fan fervour, and is closely associated with ultras culture.
Who organises a tifo?
They are typically planned and funded by organised supporter groups known as ultras, who coordinate fans across a whole stand.
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