Twenty-eighth May 2017, Stadio Olimpico, Rome. It’s the final day of the season and the stage is set for the … More
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Harry Goodley: The Forgotten Pioneer of Italian Football
This is the story of one of Italian footballโs forgotten pioneers. A man from humble beginnings in Nottingham, England. His … More
Sporting Franciacorta (A): Champagne on Ice?
Guest blogger Rick Elliott follows Mantova into wine country… “Eh, alรจ alรจ, la Serie D ha giร rotto il cazzo. … More
Cracking the Enigma: The Making of Josip Iliฤiฤ
Josip Iliฤiฤ stands atop a mountain, a player at the peak of his powers. The conjurer-in-chief for an Atalanta side that … More
Sasso Marconi (A): Breaking Ties
Guest blogger Rick Elliott reflects on the ending of a union… Divorced. Freed from the shackles of misery. No more … More
Lentigione (A): An Open Arm’s Welcome
Guest-blogger Rick Elliott and the travelling Mantova army receive the warmest of welcomes… As Mantovaโs promotion push starts to gain … More
Resurgence, Rising Stars and Rejuvenation: Ones To Watch in Serie A in 2020
Serie A is in the midst of perhaps the most exciting season of the past decade. Fans have become wearily … More
Champagne Football: Italy’s Early Vintage
The game of football had initially been regarded as something of a curiosity in Italy. It was felt to be … More
Alfonsine (A): An Unwanted Birthday Present
Guest-blogger Rick Elliott takes the rough with the smooth as Mantova extend their lead at the top of Serie D … More
Six Of The Best: The Rich History of Derby della Lanterna – Genoa v Sampdoria
The Derby della Lanterna is one footballing institution that Italy has kept for itself. The match barely flickers on the … More
