Riyadh, December 20, 2023, The highly-anticipated Italian Super Cup (Supercoppa Italiana) is poised to captivate football enthusiasts in Riyadh as the tournament takes center stage from January 18 to 22, 2024. The announcement follows a decision by the Italian football league system, Lega Serie, during a general assembly meeting.
Italy’s Lega Serie unveiled the schedule for the Super Cup, which will feature an exciting lineup of four top-flight teams. The participating clubs represent the winners and runners-up of both the league and the Italian Cup (Coppa Italia). In a nod to Spain's Super Cup format, Italy has expanded the competition to include the runners-up alongside the champions, starting from 2024.
The four clubs set to showcase their football prowess in Riyadh are Napoli (Italian champions), Lazio (runners-up), Inter (Coppa Italia winners), and Fiorentina (Coppa Italia finalists). The tournament's opening match on January 18 will see Napoli facing Fiorentina at Al-Awwal Park Stadium, with the clash between Inter and Lazio following the next day.
Football fans can anticipate thrilling matchups as these top-tier teams vie for a coveted spot in the final, scheduled for January 22. Riyadh's vibrant atmosphere is expected to add to the excitement of the Italian Super Cup, providing a fitting backdrop for this prestigious football competition.
