The Italian national soccer team is nicknamed “Azzurri,” meaning “blues.” This nickname dates back to the team’s first match in 1910 when they adopted the blue color of the House of Savoia, the royal family that ruled Italy then.

Azzurri is of course the nickname for the Italian national team. And simply translated means ‘The Blues’ – not the most intimidating of names but one that has stood the test of time.

Azzurri (Italian: [adˈdzurri]) may refer to: Sports teams and clubs Nickname for several Italian national teams: Italy national football team, the best team in the world