On This Day at the World Cup – June 16: More Thrills at Marassi

Before the weekend just gone, June 16 1990 was the last time Scotland won a game at the World Cup.

A 1-0 victory over Haiti in Boston in the early hours of Sunday lifted that huge weight off, but Tartan Army members old enough to recall Italia 90 still look back misty-eyed at the night Stuart McCall and Mo Johnston saw off Sweden at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris.

The Scandinavians hit back with a goal from Glenn Stromberg, himself no stranger to Italy having established himself as an Atalanta cult hero since arriving in 1984.

He hung up his boots in 1992 but stayed in Bergamo having fallen in love with his adopted home during his eight years there. The long-haired midfielder, who wore the captain’s armband for Atalanta, once told the Champions Journal: “I was born in Sweden, but I’ll die Bergamasco.”

Spend a bit of time in Bergamo and it is easy to see why Stromberg decided to settle there. Close to Milan, the city is a gem in its own right with a unique medieval charm and stunning landscapes. It is divided into two main areas: the upper city (Città Alta) and the lower city (Città Bassa), each offering a different experience depending on your preferences.

And these days it is home to one of the most exciting clubs in European football, who happen to play in one of Italy’s shiniest grounds. Check out our city page and Atalanta club page for all the top tips ahead of your trip.