| Coppa Italia Telecast Lists | |
| COUNTRY | CHANNEL |
| India | GXR World |
| U.S | Paramount+ |
| France | L'Équipe Live Foot, tabii |
| Japan | DAZN |
| Argentina | DIRECTV Sports Argentina, Disney+ Argentina, Fox Sports Argentina |
| Italy | Mediaset Infinity, DAZN Italia, Canale 5 |
| Middle East | STARZPLAY, STC TV |
| Portugal | Sport TV2 |
| Germany | DAZN |
| Canada | fuboTV Canada, VIVA, TLN |
About Coppa Italia.
The Coppa Italia is one of Italy's premier domestic football cup competitions, contested by teams from Serie A (the top tier), Serie B, Serie C, and other lower divisions of Italian football. It is a knockout-style tournament and is often referred to as Italy's Italian Cup in English.
History
The competition was established in 1922 by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). Over the years, it has grown in prestige and is now considered a key tournament in Italian football, providing clubs with the opportunity to secure domestic silverware apart from their league campaigns.
Format
The Coppa Italia typically follows a knockout format with matches played over two legs (home and away) for the earlier rounds. However, the final is generally played as a single match at a neutral venue.
Tournament Structure:
First Round: Teams from lower divisions (Serie C, Serie D) enter the tournament.
Second Round: Clubs from Serie B join the competition.
Third Round: Serie A teams enter, facing the winners of the previous rounds.
Round of 16: The remaining teams, including Serie A teams, compete.
Quarterfinals, Semifinals: After the round of 16, the teams play until only two remain to contest the final.
Final: The final is typically played in Rome, at the Stadio Olimpico, although in the past, other venues have been used. The match is a one-off, with extra time and penalty shootouts if necessary.
Teams
Serie A teams, the top Italian clubs like Juventus, Inter Milan, AC Milan, AS Roma, Napoli, and Lazio, are traditionally the favorites in the Coppa Italia.
Lower-division clubs also participate and can create upsets by defeating top-tier teams, which adds to the cup's excitement.
Recent Changes to the Format
In recent seasons, the competition has undergone some modifications:
The number of Serie A teams that enter has increased, with top teams generally entering later in the competition.
Some rounds were previously played over just one leg, making the tournament more fast-paced.
The tournament has also sometimes been integrated with other competitions, such as the Supercoppa Italiana.
Notable Records
Juventus is the most successful club in Coppa Italia history, having won the tournament multiple times.
AS Roma and Inter Milan are also among the top clubs in terms of wins.
The competition often features fierce rivalries, such as the Derby della Capitale (Roma vs. Lazio) and the Derby d'Italia (Juventus vs. Inter).
Significance
Winning the Coppa Italia provides clubs with:
Domestic Glory: A major trophy in Italian football.
European Qualification: The winner of the Coppa Italia often earns a spot in the UEFA Europa Conference League, assuming they haven’t already qualified for a higher European competition through their league position.
Prestige: The Coppa Italia adds to a club’s history and is a coveted trophy in Italian football culture.
Recent Trends
The competition has become particularly competitive in recent years, with clubs like Juventus, Napoli, Inter Milan, and Lazio winning the tournament in the last decade.
Lower-division teams still have the opportunity to cause upsets, creating drama and excitement in the earlier rounds.
Conclusion
The Coppa Italia is a cornerstone of Italian football, providing clubs with a chance for domestic success and a significant place in Italy's footballing culture. While traditionally overshadowed by Serie A in terms of prestige, it remains a highly valued competition, and clubs take it seriously due to its potential for European qualification and historic glory.
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