Curva Sud

Lore & Background

The Curva Sud of AC Milan has been the epicenter of the club's ultra culture since the 1970s, when organized groups like the Fossa dei Leoni and Brigate Rossonere first formed. Over the decades, the curva has evolved into a unified force, famous for its elaborate tifos, pyrotechnic displays, and a fierce loyalty that has intimidated visiting teams. The stand is not just a seating section; it is a living symbol of Milan's identity, where generations of fans have passed down songs and rituals that echo through San Siro on matchdays.

In Their Own Story

It describes Reggiana's fan culture, noting that the 'ultras' phenomenon affected A.C. Reggiana in the 1980s alongside Cantine Riunite Reggio Emilia's presence in Lega Basket Serie A. The leading group of Reggiana's Curva Sud was originally 'Ultras Ghetto', known for choreography. Since the late 1990s, leading groups included 'Teste Quadre' in Curva Sud and 'Gruppo Vandelli' in the East Stand, with the latter rejoining Curva Sud in 2025. The source highlights a peak of 10,000 Reggiana fans traveling to Milan in 1994.

Reader's Guide

Regarding Reggiana supporters, the text notes they have always had strong numbers on away days. It lists friendships with Genoa, Cremonese, Vicenza, Pisa, Carrarese, and Greenock Morton (Scottish Championship). The main rivals are listed as Parma, Modena, Sassuolo, SPAL, Spezia, Bologna, and Piacenza. The club's training ground near the clubhouse has 16 football pitches.

Did You Know?

• The Curva Sud was originally home to the Fossa dei Leoni, one of the first organized ultra groups in Italy, founded in 1968.
• San Siro's Curva Sud can hold over 12,000 fans, making it one of the largest single stands in European football.
• The choreographies in the Curva Sud often cover the entire stand, using thousands of cards and flags to create massive mosaics.
• AC Milan's Curva Sud has a historic rivalry with Inter Milan's Curva Nord, with both stands competing in atmosphere and visual displays during the Derby della Madonnina.
• The stand is known for its 'silent protest' tradition, where fans occasionally stop singing to make a political or social statement, creating an eerie silence in the stadium.