European Football On The Lake? Como’s Race Against Time 

Como can lay claim to one of the most idyllic stadium settings in European football: a ground perched on the … More

Brasilazio, Niginho and The Long Shadow of Fascist Italy

Over ten million Italians left their homes at the turn of the 20th century, fleeing the grinding poverty that afflicted vast swathes of … More

Heaven & Hell – The Unfolding Storylines in Serie B

As the 2025/26 Serie B season canters toward its climax, tantilising storylines are beginning to be written at both ends … More

The Blagger’s Guide To Italian Football Derbies

From the Derby della Madonnina to the Derby della Mole, river-deep and mountain-high, Italy is awash with evocatively-named footballing rivalries. … More

Icons and Angels: The Saints of Italian Football

October 1997. The greats of world football gathered at San Siro for Franco Baresi’s testimonial match. From Baggio to Bergomi, from Van Basten to … More

Calcio England x Christmas Stockings

Calcio stocking fillers at discounted prices…when they’re gone, they’re gone! To place an order send us a message. Prices include … More

Calcio Travel Notes: Venezia

The city of Venice requires no introduction.  On one hand, Venezia is one of the wonders of the world: a … More

Forza Igor: Courage Beyond The Final Whistle

“It’s a very tough match, I know full well I could win or lose, but I’ll give it my all, … More

Calcio Travel Notes: Perugia

Perugia is a serene hilltop city, perched equidistant between Florence to the north and Rome to the south. Distinct from those bustling … More

Jamie Vardy’s Italian Job Comes With an Unlikely Commute

After completing his surprise move to Serie A newcomers Cremonese, Jamie Vardy has now raised eyebrows with an equally unexpected … More