Bologna

Bologna FC 1909, founded in 1909, is a historic Italian football club based in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna. The club plays at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, a 38,279-capacity stadium. Bologna was one of Italian football's dominant forces in the early 20th century, winning 7 Serie A titles, with the most recent coming in 1964. The club has also won 2 Coppa Italia titles and was a pioneer in European competition, winning the Intertoto Cup. Under Thiago Motta's management in 2023-24, Bologna enjoyed a remarkable resurgence, qualifying for the UEFA Champions League for the first time. The club is known for its passionate fanbase and deep roots in one of Italy's most gastronomically celebrated cities.