Italy

History of Italian Football

Italian professional football has a long and storied history that began in the early 20th century. The first official football league in Italy, the Serie A, was founded in 1898, although the modern version of the league emerged in 1929. Clubs like Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan became dominant forces early on, establishing fierce rivalries that continue today.

In the mid-20th century, Italian clubs began to achieve international success. Juventus and AC Milan both became regular contenders in European competitions, with Milan winning multiple European Cups. Italy’s national team also made a mark, winning the FIFA World Cup in 1934 and 1938, and later in 1982, solidifying Italy as a football powerhouse.

By the 1990s, Serie A was considered one of the most competitive leagues in the world, attracting top international talent. Clubs like Juventus, AC Milan, and Inter Milan continued to lead the way, while clubs such as AS Roma and Napoli also rose to prominence. The success of the Italian national team continued, winning the UEFA European Championship in 1968 and World Cup in 2006.

Today, Serie A remains one of the top leagues in Europe, known for its tactical style of play and rich football heritage. Clubs like Juventus, Inter Milan, and AC Milan continue to be among the most successful in both domestic and international competitions.

History of the Infinity Cup

The first season of the Infinity Cup started in 1929.

To determine the initial cupholder, the first decisive match played needs to be identified. Nine matches were played in the first round, with eight being decisive.

There is no certainty about which match was the first. However, for the Infinity Cup, it does not matter, as all eight possible outcomes lead to the same Infinity Cup winner of the first season.

Current Cupholder

Next Cupholder Match

Previous Seasons

In the table below, you can navigate to previous seasons and see the top-3 ranked teams.

Seasons prior to 2000 are not yet available but will be added soon.