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Empoli tribute to fans after controversial Coppa defeat

Empoli have paid tribute to fans after their Coppa Italia defeat to AS Roma.

The Tuscans pushed the Round of 16 game to extra time, but were beaten 2-1 by an extremely contentious penalty.

"We thank all of the Roma fans for their support and good humour for our club, which represents a small section of Italian football, but makes principles and values its calling cards," said President Fabrizio Corsi in a statement.

"The many messages we received after yesterday's game prove that all our hard work is appreciated outside of Empoli too."

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