Stories By Scott Balaam
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoVado’s 1922 Coppa Italia triumph: The only winners never to play in Serie A
The inaugural Coppa Italia in 1922 stands out as one of the quirkiest chapters in Italian football history. The FIGC staged...
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Monday Madness
/ 7 months agoMonday Madness: Premier League kick-off, EFL thrillers, global sporting drama and the winners and losers from the weekend
Here’s what unfolded over the weekend, across the Premier League, the Football League, and other sporting arenas—wrapped in an energetic introduction...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoSerie A 2025–26 fixture dates: When fans will know the kick-off times
The anticipation surrounding a new Serie A season is always high, with supporters eager to mark their calendars for the biggest...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoItalians in the MLS and American Soccer: From Giorgio Chinaglia to today
Italian footballers and managers have always carried a certain allure abroad, their style defined by tactical intelligence, flair, and a deep...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoDomenica Bastardi: Chasing Lazio home and away
For many football fans, loyalty is measured in seasons, trophies, or a single stadium seat. For others, it is measured in...
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Football
/ 7 months agoLiverpool off to a winning start: Salah extends opening-day record, debut goal for Ekitike and Chiesa scores
Liverpool’s title defence roared into life at Anfield with a roller-coaster 4–2 victory over Bournemouth. In a match dense with emotion,...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months ago‘The Misters’ part I: Antonio Conte from midfield leader to managerial firebrand
Few figures embody the intensity, discipline, and tactical rigour of Italian football quite like Antonio Conte. Known for his animated touchline...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoWeekend groundhop itinerary: Exploring football and culture around Cagliari
Tucked away on the sun-kissed southern coast of Sardinia, Cagliari offers a unique twist to the classic Italian groundhopping experience. Unlike...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoDerbies of Italy: Rivalry, history, heroes
Italian football is more than just a sport—it’s a theatre of history, culture, politics, and fierce local pride. Nowhere is this...
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Calcio Amore
/ 7 months agoWeekend groundhop itinerary: Udine and the Friuli Venezia Giulia football frontier
Tucked away in Italy’s northeastern corner, Udine offers groundhoppers a unique and underrated calcio adventure far from the more tourist-trodden paths...
