About Parma Calcio

Parma Calcio is an Italian football club based in Parma, Emilia-Romagna, founded in 1913. The club originated as Verdi Foot Ball Club and later became Parma Football Club, establishing itself in the early development of Italian football. It plays its home matches at the Stadio Ennio Tardini, which has been its historic stadium since the 1920s.

Throughout its history, Parma experienced long periods in the lower divisions before rising to prominence in the 1990s. This era became the most successful in the club’s history, during which it won multiple domestic and European trophies, including Coppa Italia titles and major UEFA competitions. The club also achieved its highest league performances during this golden period, becoming one of the strongest Italian teams of that decade.

In the 2000s, Parma faced severe financial problems linked to the collapse of its parent company, which eventually led to bankruptcy in 2015. The club was then refounded and restarted from the lower tiers of Italian football, achieving a rapid rise back to Serie A within a few seasons. Today, Parma is known for its resilience, strong identity, and its remarkable return to top-level football after complete rebuilding.