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Genoa CFC - History of Italy's First Football Team

Founded in 1893 by the British, Genoa CFC is Italy's oldest club. Learn about the Cricket and Football Club heritage.

10/5/2025
6 min read
Vintage photo of the Marassi stadium in the early 1900s

Standard HOHO buses don't go to the Luigi Ferraris Stadium (Marassi), but the spirit of the Genoa Cricket and Football Club is everywhere.

1893: The Beginning

Founded by British expats in the consulate building (Via Palestro), it was originally a cricket club. They introduced football to Italy.

  • The Colors: Red and Blue.
  • The Symbol: The Griffin (Il Grifone), symbol of the city.

The Rivalry

The city is split in two: Genoa (center/old town roots) and Sampdoria (born later, 1946). The "Derby della Lanterna" is one of the most passionate in Europe.

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