Scudetto Tradition
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Juventus Football Club, commonly known as Juventus or Juve, is a professional football club based in Turin, Italy. Founded in 1897 by Turinese students, the club has played at Juventus Stadium since 2011. Juventus have won a record 36 Italian league titles, 15 Coppa Italia trophies, and nine Supercoppa Italiana trophies. Internationally, they have won two European Cup/UEFA Champions League titles, one European Cup Winners' Cup, three UEFA Cups, two Intercontinental Cups, two UEFA Super Cups, and one UEFA Intertoto Cup. The club is owned by the Agnelli family since 1923 and is listed on the Borsa Italiana since 2001.
- Golden Star Milestones
- 10 titles (1961), 20 titles (1982)
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
Juventus was founded as Sport-Club Juventus in 1897 by students from the Massimo d'Azeglio Lyceum school. The club adopted black-and-white striped shirts inspired by Notts County. In 1905, Juventus won their first Italian championship. In 1923, Edoardo Agnelli became club president. Juventus won five consecutive league titles between 1931 and 1935. In 1961, Juventus became the first Italian club to win ten league titles, earning the right to add a gold star above its crest. Under Giovanni Trapattoni, the club won six league titles and became the first to win all three major UEFA competitions. Under Marcello Lippi, Juventus won five league titles and the 1996 Champions League. Between 2012 and 2020, Juventus won a record nine consecutive Serie A titles.
In Their Own Story
Between 2012 and 2020, Juventus achieved a historic feat by winning nine consecutive Serie A titles, setting a new record for sustained domestic dominance. This period followed a tumultuous era involving the Calciopoli scandal in 2006, which saw the club relegated to Serie B and stripped of the 2004–05 title. After returning to the top flight by winning the 2006–07 Serie B title, the team rebuilt around figures like Alessandro Del Piero and Gianluigi Buffon. Under Andrea Agnelli's leadership from 2010, and with the opening of the Juventus Stadium in 2011, the club re-established its supremacy. The nine-title streak stands as a testament to this resilience, alongside other periods of success under managers like Giovanni Trapattoni, who led them to six league titles between the late 1970s and mid-1980s, and Marcello Lippi, who secured five titles in the 1990s.
Reader's Guide
Juventus have won a record 36 Italian league titles. The club earned its first gold star for 10 league titles in 1961. A second gold star was added when the club won its 20th league title in the 1981-82 season. The club now displays three gold stars for having won more than 30 league titles.
Did You Know?
- Juventus was relegated in 1913 and again in 1922.
- Raimundo Orsi left Juventus in 1934, before the 1935 title.
- Juventus remained the only club to have won every official UEFA men's club tournament until the first 2022 Europa Conference League final.
- Juventus have won nine consecutive Serie A titles between 2012 and 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does wearing the Scudetto signify for Juventus players?
It indicates that the team is the current defending champion of Serie A, serving as a physical badge of honor on their jersey. This symbol distinguishes them as the reigning kings of Italy until the next season concludes.
When did the club first earn this prestigious emblem?
Juventus was initially awarded the title shield during the 1904-1905 campaign, establishing a legacy that spans over a century. This early success laid the groundwork for their status as one of the most decorated teams in history.
How many league titles are included in the club's total record?
The Bianconeri have accumulated a total of 36 Scudetti throughout their existence, reflecting sustained excellence across generations. This number highlights why the tradition is viewed as a deeply honored element of the team's culture rather than just statistics.
What defines Juventus' longest period of consecutive dominance?
The club set a record by winning nine straight championships between 2011 and 2020, showcasing their relentless pursuit of victory. This streak remains unmatched in recent history and reinforces the weight of the shield they wear.
Why is this tradition viewed as more than simple decoration?
For the fanbase, the white shield embodies a living symbol that alters the club's identity for every new season. It represents a commitment to maintaining an elite standard that defines the organization since its early 20th-century roots.
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