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

Carlo Ancelotti Leads The Italians Bossing Their Way to the World Cup

Defeat in the play-offs left Italy at home for the third World Cup in a row but there will still be a calcio presence at the tournament. ... Read More

Turin Maintains Its Strong World Cup Link Despite Italy Staying Home

Weston McKennie will play a pivotal role for the US, while Canada’s hopes will be pinned on striker Jonathan David.  ... Read More

A Love for Bergamo is the Bond as Atalanta Boast Eight Players at World Cup

Atalanta's impressive rise is being reflected in the number of players representing their countries at the World Cup. ... Read More

Scotland Flags Fly High With Argentina as Naples Gears Up for World Cup

With Italy absent from the World Cup again, the city of Naples will have two teams in the tournament to get behind. ... Read More

Frosinone Stadium Guide: Stadio Benito Stirpe

All you need to know ahead of a trip to watch Frosinone in one of the most modern arenas in the country - and back in Serie A. ... Read More

The Hidden Holiday Hotspots Where Calcio Legends Were Born

Some of the finest talent Italy has produced hail from lesser known parts of the country. We’ve picked out a few for a summer visit. ... Read More

Catanzaro Stadium Guide: Stadio Nicola Ceravolo

The stadium Catanzaro call home is one of the oldest arenas in Italy still in use. Here is everything you need to know. ... Read More

Hitting the Bar… Our Favourite Places for a Drink in the 2025-26 Season

We have been to a few bars over the course of the season and have picked out five we will definitely be going back to. ... Read More

How to Buy Tickets to Watch Udinese at the Bluenergy Stadium

All the information on where and when to buy your tickets to watch Udinese in action at one of Italy's shiniest new arenas. ... Read More

Udinese Playbook: Your Unrivalled Experience at a Northern Hidden Gem

Udinese have been Serie A regulars for a while and if you are heading to Italy's north-eastern corner to watch them, we have got you covered. ... Read More

From Bergamo to Cagliari… Five Serie A Destinations Under the Radar

It is never too early to start planning a trip for 2026-27, and here's five destinations you might not have considered. ... Read More

Cagliari Stadium Guide: Stadio Unipol Domus

Fans pack out this small arena every time the team plays. It's loud, it's chaotic and it's well worth a visit. Here's all you need to know. ... Read More