San Siro Stadium

Construction of the San Siro began in 1925 in the district of the same name, spearheaded by Piero Pirelli, then-president of AC Milan. Unlike many Italian stadiums of the era, it was designed specifically for football without an athletics track, ensuring fans were close to the action. It officially opened in September 1926 with a match between the two Milanese rivals, AC Milan and Inter Milan. Originally, the stadium was the sole property of AC Milan, but it was later sold to the City of Milan in 1935, leading to its first major expansion. In 1947, Inter Milan became co-tenants, establishing the unique shared residency that continues to this day. The stadium underwent significant transformations for the 1990 FIFA World Cup, most notably the addition of the iconic eleven cylindrical towers and the massive red girder roof structure that gives the arena its distinctive silhouette. In 1980, the stadium was officially renamed the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in honor of the two-time World Cup winner who played for both Milan clubs. Beyond football, San Siro has hosted prestigious events including European Cup finals and massive music concerts by artists like Bob Marley and the Rolling Stones. As talk of a new 'Cathedral' stadium persists, the San Siro remains a sacred site for football fans and a symbol of Milanese sporting heritage.