Why does Fiorentina hate Juventus?
The rivalry has been fuelled by their controversial meetings in cup finals, and competition in the transfer market. A player transferring from one club to the other, especially from Florence to Turin, is usually branded a ‘traitor’ by fans.
Why do Fiorentina play in purple?
Initially the club colours were white and red, the traditional colours of Florence. The home shirt were half red and white, while shorts and socks black. But in 1929 a mistake during the washing of a set jerseys given to Fiorentina by Colligiana meant the red dye ran into the white, creating a shade of purple.
Who is Fiorentinas rival?
Juventus
The club main rivals in the Serie A league are with Bologna (which is known as “Derby dell’Appennino”), Empoli (which is known as “Derby dell’Arno”), Siena (which is known as “Derby guelfi–ghibellini) and Juventus.
What year was Fiorentina founded?
August 29, 1926
ACF Fiorentina/Years founded
What is the biggest rivalry in Serie A?
Lazio vs. The Rome Derby is certainly one of the most hotly contested rivalries worldwide. The “ultras” from both sides have been a major part of the extreme animosity in this rivalry.
Who is Italy’s biggest soccer rival?
Italy’s five most fierce footballing rivalries
- Inter Milan vs AC Milan: The Derby della Madonnina. Photo: BeSoccer.
- Roma vs Lazio: Derby della Capitale. Photo: Reuters.
- Juventus vs Torino: Derby della Mole. Photo: Wikipedia.
- Genoa vs Sampdoria: Derby della Lanterna.
- Juventus vs Inter Milan: Derby d’Italia.
What does Fiorentina mean in Italian?
[fjorenˈtina] feminine noun. (Cookery) T-bone steak.
What does ACF stand for Fiorentina?
Associazione Calcistica Fiorentina
ACF Fiorentina (ACF stands for Associazione Calcistica Fiorentina, or Fiorentina Football Association in English) has over the years established itself as one of the most well-known Italian football teams even that it belongs to only a midsize city, Florence.
Who is Juventus derby match?
Juventus vs. The Derby della Mole pits the more internationally known Juventus against city rival Torino. Torino was formed by a group of Juventus dissidents after an argument about the possible relocation of Juventus.
Who is Juventus biggest rival?
Their traditional rivals are fellow Turin club Torino; matches between the two sides are known as the Derby della Mole (Turin Derby). The rivalry dates back to 1906 as Torino was founded by break-away Juventus players and staff.