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The Old Lady of Italian football, Juventus is the most successful club in Italy and a pioneer in European competitions.
Juventus Football Club ( yoo-VEN-təs; Italian: [juˈvɛntus]; from iuventūs, Latin for 'youth'), commonly known as Juventus or colloquially as Juve (Italian: [ˈjuːve]), is a professional football club based in Turin, Piedmont, Italy. They compete in Serie A, the top tier of Italian football. Founded in 1897 by a group of Turinese students, Juventus is one of Italy's oldest football clubs and has played their home matches at the Juventus Stadium since 2011. Nicknamed la Vecchia Signora ("the Old Lady"), Juventus is the most successful club in Italian football and one of the most decorated at worldwide level.
- Competition
- Serie A (Italian Top Flight)
- Total Titles Won
- 36
- First Title Season
- 1905
- Consecutive Titles Record
- 9 (2012 to 2020)
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Lore & Background
Juventus have won a record 36 Italian league titles, 15 Coppa Italia trophies, and nine Supercoppa Italiana trophies, making them the leading club in the historical Italian Football Federation (FIGC) classification. Internationally, the club has 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. With eleven international trophies, Juventus occupy the sixth position in Europe and 12th position worldwide for most confederation titles; they are placed fourth in the all-time Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) ranking, having obtained the highest coefficient score during seven seasons since its introduction in 1979, the most for an Italian team in both cases and joint second overall in the last cited. Founded as Sport-Club Juventus, the club established itself as a major force in Italian football during the 1930s and at international stage during mid-1970s. They enjoyed a period of sustained national and European success under Giovanni Trapattoni between the late 1970s and mid-1980s, winning six league titles, as well as, the UEFA Cup (1976–77), the Cup Winners' Cup (1983–84) and the European Champions' Cup (1984–85), becoming the first club to win all three major UEFA competitions. With additional triumphs in 1984 European Super Cup and 1985 Intercontinental Cup, I Bianconeri became also the first in football history to complete a clean sweep of international trophies; an improved record by winning the 1999 UEFA Intertoto Cup, and remained the only club to have won every official UEFA men's club tournament until the first 2022 Europa Conference League final. Under Marcello Lippi in the 1990s, Juventus won five league titles and the 1996 Champions League, reaching three consecutive Champions League finals between 1996 and 1998. Between 2012 and 2020, Juventus won a record nine consecutive Serie A titles and reached two UEFA Champions League finals. Previously, in 2000 was voted the seventh best of the FIFA Club of the Century and, nine years later, was placed by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics second in the European best club of the 20th-century ranking, the highest position for an Italian club in both. Owned by the Agnelli family since 1923, Juventus is the most widely supported football club in Ita
In Their Own Story
The club's history is defined by distinct eras of dominance. The late 1970s through mid-1980s under Giovanni Trapattoni brought six league titles and the first European Cup in 1985, making them the first to win all three major UEFA competitions. Under Marcello Lippi in the 1990s, they won five league titles and reached three consecutive Champions League finals between 1996 and 1998. Between 2012 and 2020, Juventus won a record nine consecutive Serie A titles.
Reader's Guide
Juventus was founded as Sport-Club Juventus in late 1897 by students from the Massimo d'Azeglio Lyceum school in Turin, including Eugenio and Enrico Canfari. The club was renamed Foot-Ball Club Juventus in 1899, and entered the Italian Football Championship in 1900, playing their first league match on 11 March 1900 in a 1–0 defeat to Torinese. In 1904, businessman Marco Ajmone-Marsan helped stabilise the finances of Juventus, allowing the club to move the training field from Piazza d'Armi to the Velodrome Humbert I. In 1905, Juventus won their first Italian championship. Around this period, the club adopted its famous black-and-white striped shirts, inspired by English side Notts County, replacing its original pink and black colours. In 1906, internal disagreements over the club's future led president Alfred Dick and several players to leave Juventus and form FBC Torino, creating the foundations of the Derby della Mole. Juventus spent the following years rebuilding and remained active through the disruptions of World War I. In 1913, Juventus was relegated to the second division after finishing in last place, but after pressure made by their executives to the Italian Federation, it was decided to increase the number of teams in the following season, allowing Juventus to remain in the top flight. The beginning of Juventus's rise coincided with the arrival of the Agnelli family. In 1923, Edoardo Agnelli, vice president of FIAT, became club president, while the inauguration of a new stadium helped provide the foundations for the club's professional development. Juventus won its second league title in 1925–26, defeating Alba Roma 12–1 on aggregate in the final. During the 1930s, Juventus became Italy's first major professional club and dominated the national championship, winning five consecutive league titles between 1931 and 1935. Several Juventus players, including Raimundo Orsi, Luigi Bertolini, Giovanni Ferrari, and Luis Monti, formed part of the Italy national team that won the 1934 FIFA World Cup. After moving to the Stadio Comunale, the club experienced a period of transition before rebuilding following World War II. Under the continued influence of the Agnelli family, Juventus returned to success in the late 1940s and early 1950s, winning Serie A titles in 1949–50 and 1951–52. The arrival of Welsh forward John Charles and Argentine-born Italian striker O
Did You Know?
- Juventus is the only club to have won every official UEFA men's club tournament until the first 2022 Europa Conference League final.
- Juventus was founded in 1897 by students from the Massimo d'Azeglio Lyceum school in Turin.
- The club's black-and-white striped shirts were inspired by English side Notts County.
- Juventus has won a record 36 Italian league titles.
Foundation and Early Identity
Founded as Sport-Club Juventus in late 1897 by students including Eugenio and Enrico Canfari, the club was renamed Foot-Ball Club Juventus in 1899. They played their first league match on 11 March 1900 against Torinese. In 1905, they won their first Italian championship and adopted black-and-white stripes. Internal disagreements in 1906 led to the formation of FBC Torino.
The Agnelli Era and Domestic Hegemony
Edoardo Agnelli became president in 1923. Juventus won five consecutive titles from 1931 to 1935. In 1961, they became the first Italian club to win ten league titles, earning a gold star. By 1984, they had won twenty titles and received a second golden star.
European Pioneers and Tactical Evolution
Under Giovanni Trapattoni (from 1976), Juventus won six league titles and the 1976–77 UEFA Cup. They won their first European Cup in 1985, becoming the first club to win all three major UEFA competitions. Under Marcello Lippi in the 1990s, they won five league titles and the 1996 Champions League.
Modern Dominance and Global Legacy
Between 2012 and 2020, Juventus won nine consecutive Serie A titles. They reached two UEFA Champions League finals during this period. The club has been owned by the Agnelli family since 1923.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Serie A titles has Juventus won?
Juventus holds the all-time record with 36 Serie A championships, making them the most decorated club in Italian football history. This tally far exceeds any other team in the competition's long and storied timeline.
When did Juventus win their first Scudetto?
The Bianconeri claimed their inaugural league title during the 1904-05 season, marking the beginning of a century-long pursuit of domestic supremacy. This victory laid the foundation for their identity as a national powerhouse.
What is Juventus's record for consecutive Serie A titles?
Juventus set an unprecedented record by winning nine consecutive Scudetti from the 2011-12 season through to 2019-20. This remarkable streak stands as the longest run of back-to-back championships in the history of Italian football.
When was Juventus's most recent Serie A title won?
The club secured their latest league championship at the conclusion of the 2019-20 season, capping off their historic nine-year dominance. This victory added to their total count and reaffirmed their status as the competition's historical record holder.
Why is the Scudetto so important to Juventus?
The Scudetto represents the pinnacle of Italian football and has defined Juventus's identity for over a century, symbolizing resilience and excellence. It transformed the club from a local Turin society into a national dynasty built on an unyielding standard of achievement.
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