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.

You probably know that the Italian National Football Team holds the nickname of the Azzurri, due to their savoy blue jerseys that have been a trademark of the team since their earliest games. However, most of the Italian top clubs are also traditionally known around their fan base with an appellation derived from their outfit colors.