About Serie A
Serie A (pronounced [ˈsɛːrje ˈa] in Italian) is Italy's professional football league and the top tier of the Italian football league system. Established in the 1929-30 season, it restructured the existing Italian football championships, which had been held since 1898, into a national round-robin format alongside Serie B. It operates under a promotion and relegation system with Serie B.
League History
The league was organized by the Direttorio Divisioni Superiori until 1943, by Lega Calcio from 1946 to 2010, and has been overseen by Lega Serie A ever since. The 29 championships held between 1898 and the founding of Serie A in 1929 are officially recognized by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) as equivalent to subsequent Serie A titles. Similarly, the 1945-46 season, which was conducted in an interim format due to World War II, is also acknowledged as an official championship. Since 1924, the champion of Italy's top league has worn the Serie A champion badge on their jersey in the following season, and since 1961, the Scudetto (the trophy for Serie A champions) has been awarded to the league winner.
Position in Europe
Serie A, renowned for its tactical discipline and defensive rigor, has long been regarded as one of the strongest leagues in global football. As of the 2024-25 season, based on performances in European competitions over the past five seasons, Serie A ranks second in the UEFA coefficient rankings, trailing only England's Premier League and ahead of Spain's La Liga.
Famous Clubs
Serie A is home to some of the most successful and famous clubs in football history, including Juventus, Inter Milan, and AC Milan. These teams have played pivotal roles in the governance of European football and the sport's history. Juventus is Italy's most decorated club, boasting international success in all major UEFA and intercontinental competitions. AC Milan and Inter Milan have also earned significant honors: AC Milan is tied for third among the most successful clubs in UEFA Champions League history, while Inter Milan achieved the continental treble in the 2009-10 season. Along with Roma, Napoli, Lazio, and Fiorentina, these clubs form the "sette sorelle" (seven sisters) of Italian football.
Ballon d'Or Players
Serie A has historically attracted top global talent and produced numerous Ballon d'Or winners. It has become a cradle for the Ballon d'Or, with 14 individuals claiming the award—including superstars such as Omar Sívori, Paolo Rossi, Michel Platini, and Roberto Baggio—amassing a total of 18 victories.