- 1. Genoa Cricket and Football Club, often simply referred to as Genoa, is one of the oldest and most storied football clubs in Italy, founded in 1893. Based in the picturesque city of Genoa, Liguria, the club has a rich history that reflects the evolution of football in the country. Known as 'Il Grifone' (The Griffin), the team's emblem features a fierce griffin, a symbol that embodies the club's strength and resilience. With a passionate fan base, Genoa plays its home matches at the iconic Stadio Luigi Ferraris, a venue that has witnessed countless memorable moments in Italian football. The club has a prestigious past, having won the Italian Championship title nine times, with its most significant successes occurring in the early decades of the 20th century. Over the years, Genoa has nurtured and developed numerous legendary players who have contributed to its rich narrative. In addition to football, the club's origins are rooted in cricket, a reflection of its diverse sporting culture, and it briefly embraced other sports in its early years. Despite facing challenges and fluctuations in its competitive standing, Genoa boasts a fierce rivalry with Sampdoria, known as the Derby della Lanterna, which encapsulates the vibrant spirit of local football. Today, Genoa continues to strive for success in Serie A, aiming to revive its historical prominence in Italian football while fostering a new generation of talent and passion for the game.
When was Genoa Cricket and Football Club founded?
A) 1899
B) 1893
C) 1887
D) 1901
- 2. What are the team's colors?
A) Green and Yellow
B) Black and White
C) Blue and White
D) Red and Blue
- 3. Which stadium does Genoa play in?
A) Stadio Olimpico
B) Stadio Luigi Ferraris
C) Stadio Artemio Franchi
D) Stadio San Paolo
- 4. How many Serie A titles has Genoa won?
A) 7
B) 9
C) 5
D) 11
- 5. In which year did Genoa last win the Serie A?
A) 1924
B) 1980
C) 1950
D) 1991
- 6. What are the home fans of Genoa called?
A) Rossoneri
B) Grifoni
C) Bianconeri
D) Nerazzurri
- 7. Who is Genoa's current coach as of 2023?
A) Simone Inzaghi
B) Massimiliano Allegri
C) Alberto Gilardino
D) Roberto De Zerbi
- 8. Genoa's first league title was won in what year?
A) 1900
B) 1898
C) 1897
D) 1901
- 9. How many Coppa Italia titles has Genoa won?
A) 2
B) 4
C) 1
D) 3
- 10. What is the primary focus of Genoa besides football?
A) Basketball
B) Ice Hockey
C) Rugby
D) Cricket
- 11. Who was Genoa's top scorer in the 2021-2022 season?
A) Goran Pandev
B) Mattia Destro
C) Eldor Shomurodov
D) Milan Badelj
- 12. What is the official website of Genoa?
A) gncfc.com
B) genoacfc.it
C) genoafootball.com
D) genoafc.it
- 13. What is the nickname of Genoa Cricket and Football Club?
A) Il Toro
B) Rossoblu
C) Il Piccolo
D) Il Grifone
- 14. What is the name of Genoa's main rival?
A) Juventus
B) Inter Milan
C) AC Milan
D) Sampdoria
- 15. Genoa was one of the founding members of which league?
A) European League
B) Serie B
C) Serie A
D) Coppa Italia
- 16. What is the mascot of Genoa Cricket and Football Club?
A) A Griffin
B) A Bear
C) A Lion
D) An Eagle
- 17. What is the primary symbol on Genoa's crest?
A) A Falcon
B) The Griffin
C) A Star
D) A Shield
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