Serie A is in the midst of perhaps the most exciting season of the past decade. Fans have become wearily … More
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The Brutality and Romance of the Anglo-Italian Cup 1970-73
The first of a four-part series, focusing on the beginnings of a passionate and, at times, violent competition between two … More
The Cost of Italian Football: A Battle Between Supporters and the Bottom Line
The rising cost of watching football has become a topic of impassioned debate in Italy. As in many other countries, … More
Florence, Rome, Swindon: How the Grand Master of Italian Stadium Design Nearly Made His Mark in England
Pier Luigi Nervi is widely regarded as the godfather of reinforced concrete design. He was an outstanding engineer and architect, … More
Damiano Tommasi: the unassuming midfield master
With black tousled hair and an unkempt beard, Damiano Tommasi strikes an unmistakable figure as president of the Italian Footballer’s … More
