Bologna FC: A Rich History of Football in Italy
Bologna Football Club, commonly referred to as Bologna FC or simply Bolognina, is an Italian football club based in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna. Founded in 1909 as Foresteria Club, the team has undergone several name changes, eventually settling on its current name in 1923.
The Early Years and Rise to Prominence
- Foresteria Club was established on October 1, 1909, by a group of students from the local gymnasium.
- In 1910, the team changed its name to Foresteria Football Club.
- By the early 1920s, Bologna FC had already gained recognition in Italian football, earning promotion to Serie A in 1929.
The club’s first major success came in the 1936-37 season when they won their first Coppa Italia