“Cagliari central defender Comunardo Niccolai became celebrated for his ability to score bizarre own goals in the 1960s, so much that self inflicted problems in general are often referred to as 'Niccolai-like'.” — John Foot Copy Share Image
“This is a unique scandal in Italian football history - with Juventus as the victims of an injustice.” — John Foot Copy Share Image
“Cagliari central defender Comunardo Niccolai became celebrated for his ability to score bizarre own goals in the 1960s, so much that self inflicted problems… — John Foot Copy Share Image
“We don't know how to insult you any more' (Inter fan banner, directed at their own team)” — John Foot Copy Share Image
“Northern journalist Gianni Brera played on the contradiction between Diego's physical appearance and his grace on the field, dubbing him 'the divine abortion” — john foot Copy Share Image
“Rinaldo Barlassina, one of the most prominent italian referees at the time, was the victim of stone throwing during a match at Casale. After… — John Foot Copy Share Image
“Some players are so bad they are hated. Some players are so bad they are forgotten. And some are so bad that they are… — John Foot Copy Share Image
