Emmet Gates

Emmet is an Irish/Argentine football journalist who lives in London. Emmet has been writing about the Italian game for more than a decade with a host of publications. Read More

Latest posts by Emmet Gates

Ancona Stadium Guide: Stadio Del Conero

Ancona's Stadio Del Conero is unique in that it sits below ground level. Here is everything you need to know ahead of visiting. ... Read More

From the Beach to the Match, the Joy of Watching Calcio by the Coast

Ever fancied stepping out of the sea, lying in the sun to dry off and then strolling along to the big game? ... Read More

Sambenedettese Playbook: Your Unrivalled Calcio Experience by the Beach

The town is tranquil and perfect for a gentle stroll along the seafront. Going to see Sambenedettese play is a rather different vibe. ... Read More

How to Buy Tickets to Watch Sambenedettese at the Stadio Riviera delle Palme

Tickets for Sambenedettese games are available from the club’s authorised seller vivaticket.it. Go through the club’s official website for all the information on when they go on sale before being redirected to vivaticket to buy. As a guide, for the fixture against Livorno in February this year, tickets for adults start at around €10. The ... Read More

Sambenedettese Stadium Guide: Stadio Riviera delle Palme

The Stadio Riviera delle Palme is a relatively new facility and the genesis of its birth started with tragedy. Here is all you need to know. ... Read More

Trattoria Dell’Acciughetta… The Best of Genoese Cuisine in the Cosiest Setting

Despite Genoa being a port city, the local cuisine isn’t dominated by seafood. Here, there’s a mix of everything. ... Read More

How an Englishman in Genoa Kicked Off Italy’s Love Affair With Football

The historical roots between Genoa and England run very, very deep. England owe their flag - the cross of St George - to the Italian city. ... Read More

Scalinata Montaldo Staircase… Genoa Landmark That Takes the Breath Away

The Scalinata Montaldo is a towering staircase that leads down towards the stadium from Piazzale Marassi. ... Read More

Trattoria alla Madonna… Serving Venice in Style Since the 1950s

A stone’s throw from the Rialto Bridge, there is a dedication to keeping local dishes alive, made easier by its closeness to the fish market. ... Read More

How to Buy Tickets to Watch Venezia at the Stadio Luigi Penzo

All the information on where and when to buy your tickets to watch Venezia in action at their stunning stadium by the lagoon. ... Read More

Brawls, Bedlam and Batistuta Facing Southend… Anglo-Italian Cup Had It All

There was rarely a dull moment in the competition that ran from the 1960s until the mid 1990s - with a few breaks in between. ... Read More

Steaks, Sunsets and the Pre-Game Buzz: Matchday in Florence

Destination Calcio took in the sights as well as some action at Fiorentina’s Stadio Artemio Franchi. Here’s a few pointers before you go. ... Read More