Giuseppe Meazza Archives - The Cult of Calcio

Little did anyone expect Cagliari icon Gigi Riva to hold on to his record of being Italy’s top goalscorer for 50 years. He last scored back in October 1973.

Gigi Riva Celebrates 50-Year Italy Goalscoring Record Anniversary

October 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Switzerland

Little did anyone expect Gigi Riva to hold on to his record of being Italy’s top goalscorer for 50 years. The Azzurri legend last scored a goal back on 20 October 1973, taking his tally to 35 goals from 42 caps, when Italy beat Switzerland 2-0 in the 1974 World Cup qualifiers.

Immobile took further exams on his injured thigh Monday, eyeing a blazing-fast recovery for Sunday’s Derby. The striker left the door open.

Immobile Breaks Serie A Record to Celebrate Birthday in Style

February 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Four-time Capocannoniere winner Immobile has 191 goals in 309 Serie A appearances, with most of his strikes coming in the sky blue colors of Lazio.

Inter marksman Edin Dzeko believes he has a lot more to give to Inter after becoming the second oldest player to score for the Nerazzurri in Serie A.

Edin Dzeko Indifferent Following Inter Seniority Goalscoring Record

November 10, 2022 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter marksman Edin Dzeko believes he has a lot more to give to Inter following his opener in the 6-1 win over Bologna. The Bosnian becomes the second oldest player to score for the Nerazzurri in the league, only behind ex-Rossoblu coach Sinisa Mihajlovic.

Italian Agronomist Castelli Expects to Revamp ‘Suffering San Siro’

January 21, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

The iconic San Siro has been used in continual manner throughout the 2021/22 season without any break, inflicting unprecedented deterioration of the pitch condition, although it is still up to UEFA regulations.

San Siro to Operate at Half Capacity for Italian Super Cup Final

January 10, 2022 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Super Cup

Inter’s Supercoppa Italiana final clash against Juventus on January 12 is expected to be graced by atleast 38,000 spectators at the legendary Giuseppe Meazza.

Inter Faithful Denounce Lukaku Apology: “Ciao Romelu”

December 31, 2021 Akhil Fisher Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Lukaku left after two successful years at the Giuseppe Meazza, where he was cherished until his departure. He capped 95 times, scorin 64 goals in the Inter shirt.

Inter Patron Massimo Moratti Sides Against San Siro Demolition

November 16, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

This arises from the historic and cultural implications of bringing down a football icon, considered by many as a cathedral of world football for the significance it poses.

Inter vs Real Madrid – Stadio Giuseppe Meazza Sold Out

September 15, 2021 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Real Madrid

Inter’s group opener against Real Madrid at the Giuseppe Meazza has been sold out, according to reports from Italian news outlet Corriere dello Sport.

The San Siro is officially sold out for the first leg, meaning the iconic stadium will be graced to its full capacity by Milan fans ahead of the second leg.

Milan Mayor Comments on San Siro Plans

September 7, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Milan mayor Giuseppe Sala has given his verdict on the city’s new stadium plans in the San Siro district – for both the Rossoneri and Nerazzurri.

There are only a few grounds as emblematic as the San Siro - a stadium of two names, four Champions League finals, and thousands of Derby of Milan

Temples of The Cult: San Siro, The “Scala del Calcio” in Milan

August 15, 2020 Thomas Salvatori AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Temples of The Cult

Our journey across the Italian stadiums wouldn’t be complete without visiting the Giuseppe Meazza in Milan or, as the other half of the city calls it, the San Siro. A synonymous for ageless football, both classic and modern. A football stage so stylish and unique that it came to be known as "La Scala del Calcio" - a reference to Milano's elegant opera house.

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