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2021-22 Brescia: A Comprehensive Guide to the Italian Football Club

Introduction

Brescia Calcio, fondly known as "Le Rondinelle" (The Swallows), is an Italian professional football club based in the city of Brescia, Lombardy. The club was founded in 1911 and currently competes in Serie B, the second tier of Italian football. Brescia has a rich history and has produced some notable players over the years.

Historical Moments

Brescia's golden era came during the late 1970s and early 1980s when they won the Serie A title in 1974 and the Coppa Italia in 1976. The club also reached the final of the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1979, losing to Barcelona.

Key Moments:

  • 1974: Won Serie A title
  • 1976: Won Coppa Italia
  • 1979: Reached European Cup Winners' Cup final

Stadium and Rivalries

Brescia's home stadium is the Stadio Mario Rigamonti, which has a capacity of over 16,000. The club's main rivals are Atalanta, Cremonese, and Hellas Verona.

Stadio Mario Rigamonti

  • Capacity: 16,308
  • Opened: 1959
  • Renamed in 2012 after former Brescia player Mario Rigamonti

Players and Managers

Notable Players:

  • Roberto Baggio (1988-1990)
  • Andrea Pirlo (1995-1998)
  • Pep Guardiola (2001-2002)
  • Luca Toni (2003-2006)
  • Mario Balotelli (2016-2017)

Current Manager:

  • Pep Clotet (2022-present)

Financial and Squad Information

Financial Data:

  • Revenue: €15.1 million (2021 season)
  • Net loss: €11.3 million (2021 season)
  • Squad value: €36.2 million (Transfermarkt, as of January 2023)

Squad List:

Role Player Nationality
Goalkeeper Lorenzo Andrenacci Italy
Defender Fran Karacic Croatia
Defender Jhon Chancellor Venezuela
Defender Andrea Cistana Italy
Defender Federico Pace Italy
Midfielder Florian Ayé France
Midfielder Sandro Tonali Italy
Midfielder Stefano Moreo Italy
Midfielder Abdelhamid Sabiri Morocco
Forward Alfredo Donnarumma Italy
Forward Ernesto Torregrossa Italy

Strategies and Tactics

Brescia typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, with a focus on possession and attacking football. The team relies heavily on individual talent and creativity.

Strengths:

  • Skilled and experienced players
  • Attacking style of play
  • Strong home support

Weaknesses:

  • Inconsistent performances
  • Defensive vulnerabilities
  • Lack of depth in certain positions

Season Review (2021-22)

The 2021-22 season was a mixed bag for Brescia. The team finished in 9th place in Serie B, which was a respectable result given the club's financial constraints. However, Brescia also suffered some heavy defeats and struggled to maintain consistency.

Key Stats:

  • Won: 12
  • Drawn: 13
  • Lost: 13
  • Goals for: 45
  • Goals against: 54
  • Points: 59

Table of Key Players and Statistics

Player Position Appearances Goals Assists
Sandro Tonali Midfielder 34 7 4
Alfredo Donnarumma Forward 32 12 7
Ernesto Torregrossa Forward 28 9 2
Florian Ayé Midfielder 30 3 5
Fran Karacic Defender 25 2 4

Table of Transfer Activity (2021-22)

Player Position Transfer Type From/To Fee
Sandro Tonali Midfielder Loan AC Milan €10 million
Alfredo Donnarumma Forward Free transfer Empoli N/A
Ernesto Torregrossa Forward Transfer Sampdoria €4 million
Florian Ayé Midfielder Transfer Clermont Foot €2 million
Fran Karacic Defender Transfer Dinamo Zagreb €2.5 million

Table of Upcoming Fixtures (2023)

Date Fixture Venue
March 5, 2023 Brescia vs. Ascoli Stadio Mario Rigamonti
March 12, 2023 Benevento vs. Brescia Stadio Ciro Vigorito
March 19, 2023 Brescia vs. Perugia Stadio Mario Rigamonti
March 26, 2023 Como vs. Brescia Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia
April 2, 2023 Brescia vs. Genoa Stadio Mario Rigamonti

FAQs

  1. What is Brescia's nickname?
    - Le Rondinelle (The Swallows)

  2. Who is Brescia's current manager?
    - Pep Clotet

  3. What is Brescia's home stadium called?
    - Stadio Mario Rigamonti

  4. Who are Brescia's main rivals?
    - Atalanta, Cremonese, Hellas Verona

  5. How many Serie A titles has Brescia won?
    - 1 (1974)

  6. Who is the most famous player to have played for Brescia?
    - Roberto Baggio

  7. What is Brescia's official website?
    - www.bresciacalcio.it

  8. What is Brescia's current squad value?
    - €36.2 million (as of January 2023)

Call to Action

For the latest news, updates, and match reports on Brescia Calcio, be sure to visit the club's official website or follow them on social media.

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