Genoa Cricket and Football Club, commonly known as Genoa, is one of Italy's oldest and most historic football institutions. Based in Genoa, Liguria, they compete in Serie A, Italy's top division. The club plays its home matches at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, which it shares with local rivals Sampdoria. Founded in 1893, Genoa is the oldest active football club in Italy. Their colors are red and blue. Genoa's golden era came in the early decades of Italian football, winning nine Serie A titles between 1898 and 1924. The modern era has seen the club oscillate between Serie A and Serie B, often fighting bravely against relegation. Known as *Il Grifone* (The Griffin), the club is renowned for its passionate and vocal fanbase, which creates a formidable atmosphere at the Ferraris. The current squad, often built on grit and experience, continues the club's proud tradition in the top flight.