Stefano Colantuono admits his Udinese job is in doubt, as angry protests followed the 2-1 home defeat to Roma.

The Friulani players went to the curva after the final whistle and threw their jerseys into the crowd only to see them hurled back along with some vicious insults.

These were unusual scenes, because Udine is famed for its calm and civilised fan culture.

Stefano Colantuono admits his Udinese job is in doubt, as angry protests followed the 2-1 home defeat to Roma.

The Friulani players went to the curva after the final whistle and threw their jerseys into the crowd only to see them hurled back along with some vicious insults.

These were unusual scenes, because Udine is famed for its calm and civilised fan culture.

“In the past we had the opportunity to discuss things with the fans. They are very fond of the team and generally calm,” Colantuono told Sky Sport Italia.

“I can’t comment on what happened after the final whistle, as I didn’t see it. I wasn’t there.”

It’s reported Udinese will ‘reflect’ on the tactician’s status overnight, but his dismissal is increasingly likely.

“I am perfectly calm. It’s only right that the club takes all the time it wants. I know full well that when things don’t go right, in order to shake things up, a Coach can be changed.

“We had a good first half to the season and I think this squad has the potential to be higher up the table, but our objective starting out was always to achieve safety.

“It is a difficult moment right now, but we’ve got a simpler fixture list coming up. Today Roma were a level above, so it was complicated to begin with.

“Despite that, we shook off our fears in the second half and created chances to equalise. It’s a pity about the second goal, because the game could’ve been open for longer.”

Udinese are now fifth from bottom with 30 points from 29 rounds, only four clear of the relegation zone.

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