Fiorentina

Fiorentina, officially Associazione Calcio Fiorentina, is a professional football club based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Founded in 1926, the club is one of Italy’s historic teams and is strongly associated with the city’s sports culture. Fiorentina plays in the top tier of Italian football, Serie A, and is known for its distinctive purple kit, commonly referred to as “La Viola.”

The club’s home ground is the Artemio Franchi stadium in Florence, a venue that hosts its domestic and European matches. The team’s colors and nickname reflect the club’s identity, with the violet jerseys forming a long-standing symbol of its heritage.

Fiorentina has achieved domestic success including two Serie A titles and multiple Coppa Italia victories. The club has also claimed other domestic honors and has regularly competed in European competitions, participating in the European Cup/UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Cup/Europa League among others. Throughout its history, Fiorentina has been home to several prominent players and periods of strong performance.

Notable players associated with Fiorentina include Gabriel Batistuta, Roberto Baggio, Giancarlo Antognoni, and Rui Costa, who contributed to the club’s reputation on both national and international stages. The club’s youth system has produced talent that advanced to senior-level football, reflecting Fiorentina’s continued emphasis on player development.

Ownership and leadership have changed in recent years, with American businessman Rocco Commisso taking control of the club in 2019 and directing investments in squad development and facilities. Fiorentina retains a dedicated fan base in Florence and across Tuscany, maintaining a central role in Italian football.