Serie A, officially known as Serie A enilive, is the pinnacle of Italian football, recognized globally for its tactical sophistication and defensive prowess. Established in 1929, Serie A has been a round-robin tournament featuring Italy’s elite clubs, with the winners awarded the prestigious Coppa Campioni d’Italia trophy and the iconic scudetto. The league has hosted football giants like Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan, all of which are renowned for their rich histories and international successes. Juventus, Italy’s most successful club, boasts 11 official international titles, while AC Milan is tied third globally with 19 international honors. Inter Milan, known for achieving the first Italian treble in 2009-10, has also played in the top flight uninterruptedly since 1909. Serie A’s influence on global football is immense, with more Ballon d’Or winners emerging from its clubs than any league except La Liga. The league’s teams, including the “seven sisters” (Juventus, Milan, Inter, Lazio, Fiorentina, Roma, and Napoli), have produced numerous World Cup champions, further solidifying Serie A’s legacy as one of the most storied football leagues in the world.
League Information
Attribute | Details |
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Organising body | Lega Serie A |
Founded | 1898; 126 years ago |
Established as Round-Robin | 1929; 95 years ago |
Country | Italy |
Confederation | UEFA |
Number of teams | 20 (since 2004–05) |
Level on pyramid | 1 |
Relegation to | Serie B |
Domestic cup(s) | Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana |
International cup(s) | UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League |
Current champions | Inter Milan (20th title, 2023–24) |
Most championships | Juventus (36 titles) |
Most appearances | Gianluigi Buffon (657) |
Top goalscorer | Silvio Piola (274) |
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