Coppa Italia
When you think of Coppa Italia, Italy’s premier domestic football knockout competition that pits top Serie A clubs against lower-division sides in a high-stakes, single-elimination format. It’s not just another tournament—it’s where underdogs rise, legends are made, and trophies are won in front of roaring crowds in packed stadiums across the country. Unlike the league, where consistency wins, the Coppa Italia rewards grit, timing, and that one moment of magic. A Serie B team knocking out AC Milan? Happens. A 90th-minute winner in Turin? Classic.
It’s the stage where Juventus, the most successful club in Coppa Italia history with over 14 titles, often dominates but never takes it for granted. But it’s also where Napoli, a passionate club with a fierce fanbase, has claimed glory in dramatic fashion, like their 2014 win that ended a 25-year drought. Then there’s Inter Milan, a frequent finalist known for tactical discipline and late-game composure. These aren’t just names—they’re institutions with decades of cup history written in sweat and drama.
The magic of the Coppa Italia isn’t just in the big clubs. It’s in the lower-league teams that get a shot at glory—teams from Sicily, Sardinia, or the Apennines that dream of facing Roma or Lazio in the final. It’s the young player who scores his first professional goal on national TV. It’s the coach who outsmarts a Serie A giant with a 4-4-2 and a 10-man defense. And it’s the fans who travel hundreds of kilometers just to see their team play one more game.
You won’t find every match here, but you’ll find the ones that mattered—the upsets, the comebacks, the controversial calls, and the moments that turned players into icons. Whether it’s a last-second penalty in Florence or a thunderous free-kick in Genoa, this collection brings you the stories behind the scores. What happened after the final whistle? Who got suspended? Who retired after winning it? You’ll find it all here—no fluff, just the real moments that shaped Italian football.
Santiago Gimenez Out with Ankle Injury as Lazio Eliminate AC Milan from Coppa Italia
AC Milan, Serie A leaders, were eliminated from the Coppa Italia after a 1-0 loss to Lazio on December 4, 2025, with Santiago Gimenez sidelined by an ankle injury and Mattia Zaccagni scoring the winner at Stadio Olimpico.
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