On This Day at the World Cup – July 11: Marco Tardelli and THAT Celebration
Marco Tardelli scored a World Cup final goal then capped it with one of football's most unforgettable celebrations.
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On This Day at the World Cup – July 6: Raphael Varane Sends France on Their Way
Varane played every minute in Russia, from the opening victory over Australia to the win against Croatia in the final.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 21: Gabriel Batistuta Day
Heading into this summer's tournament in USA, Mexico and Canada, no other player has scored hat-tricks at two World Cups.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 16: More Thrills at Marassi
A long-haired cult hero from an Italian club was on target for Sweden but it was Scotland who were celebrating at Italia 90.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 13: Brazil Goal Made in Milan
There was something special about the only goal when Brazil faced Croatia, and it had an AC Milan stamp all over it.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 12: Italy’s Flying Start to 2006
Italy took the first steps on their way to lifting the trophy in Germany after a horrible mistake from a Roma player.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 11: Scotland Suffer in Genoa Heat
The Tartan Army marched on the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in 1990 as Scotland turned up at a fifth consecutive World Cup.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 9: Toto Arrives on the Big Stage
In total Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci claimed seven goals in his Italy career. Six of them were at Italia 90 as he stole the show.
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On This Day at the World Cup – June 8: It all Kicks Off at Italia 90
It was the first game of Italia 90 and the eyes of the world were on San Siro as Diego Maradona led holders Argentina out.
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Dinner With Locals and Drinks by the Duomo: Matchday in Monza
This small pocket of Lombardy, just north of Milan, has plenty to offer the calcio tourist looking for something different.
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Calcio Getaway… How to Watch Venezia in One of Italy’s Greatest Settings
The 2025-26 season is just about done and dusted but there is still time for a late trip to one of the best destinations in Italian football.
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Calcio Getaways in April – Book Rome at Easter, a Night at San Siro or Serie B
Club football is back after the international break and we have picked four matches in April worth considering for a short-notice weekend away.
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