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Il Bocia and the History of Atalanta Ultras

Il Bocia’s Lasting Legacy for Atalanta Ultras (since 1998)

As I’ve mentioned previously on this beginner’s guide to visiting the San Siro, Italian football and ‘ultra’ culture go hand in hand – for better and sometimes for worse. But regardless, it’s a proud staple of calcio, especially when observed correctly. Behind the goal at Atalanta’s Home Groud sits the Curva Nord Pisani, filled with flags, banners and thousands of supporters providing the soundtrack, pyrotechnics… Read More »Il Bocia’s Lasting Legacy for Atalanta Ultras (since 1998)

Best European Cities for a Football Away Day

5 Awesome Small European Cities for a Football Away Day

There are few better excuses for exploring Europe than football. And whatever shopping centre is nearby. And personally I always love a good local supermarket – to remind me of how bad things are back home in the UK. Pick a fixture, find a cheap flight, spend Saturday wandering around somewhere you’ve never been before and eventually follow a trail of scarves towards a stadium.… Read More »5 Awesome Small European Cities for a Football Away Day