“It’s a very tough match, I know full well I could win or lose, but I’ll give it my all, … More
Category: Classic Calcio
A Silver Boot and A Hollow Dream: The Curious Case of Saadi Gaddafi in Serie A
Tucked away in Perugia’s Stadio Renato Curi is a modest museum. Scarves, balls, faded photographs and shirts trace the history of a … More
Italia ’90: Prelude To The Magic Nights
Italia ’90 opened with a scene of breathtaking drama – unlike anything the World Cup had delivered before. The soaring … More
Italy 1-2 Pontedera: The Day the Minnows Humbled the Azzurri
As the Arno River winds westward from Florence to the Mediterranean, it flows through the unassuming town of Pontedera. Better … More
Verona Campione, The Miracle of ‘85
In this guest post spotlighting his new book, author Richard Hough recounts a defining moment in Hellas Verona’s improbable journey … More
La Favorita: Italia ’90 Makeover
Palermo’s Stadio Renzo Barbera underwent a major transformation in preparation for the 1990 World Cup. Chosen to represent Sicily in … More
Torneo Di Capodanno: Leeds United’s Florentine City Break
Leeds United, the reigning champions of England, endured a gruelling 55-game campaign in the 1992/93 season. Their odyssey began on … More
La Prima Volta…Giuseppe Signori
La Prima Volta… a brand-new series, bringing to life the maiden goals that catalysed the careers of Serie A’s greatest forwards. … More
La Prima Volta… Roberto Baggio
La Prima Volta… a brand-new series, bringing to life the maiden goals that catalysed the careers of Serie A’s greatest forwards. … More
La Prima Volta…Gianfranco Zola
La Prima Volta… a brand-new series, bringing to life the maiden goals that catalysed the careers of Serie A’s greatest forwards. … More