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The Independent
38 minutes ago
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Serie A club release ‘It's Coming Home' kit with St George's Cross
Serie A club Genoa have released a kit inspired by the St George's Cross - marketing it with the slogan 'it's coming home'. In a cinematic announcement video posted on the club's social media, an English narrator detailed the history of the cross now synonymous with the England flag. It highlights that the St George's Cross was associated with Genoa long before it was adopted by England. Genoa saw St George as its patron saint during the Crusades, with the once powerful Italian maritime city having embraced his symbol on its flag ever since. England, meanwhile, adopted the cross the cross towards the end of the religious wars in the 13th century, with English ships flying the flag of Genoa as a deterrent to enemies. Genoa have now reiterated their status as the original holder of the iconic flag by slapping it on their football team's away kit for the 2025/26 season. 'With St George watching our backs day and night, the cross stood strong long before football, and before England claimed it as their own,' the announcement video said. 'This cross stays with us, never moving never breaking. One club, one love. No walls between us, voices rise together like the tide. 'This chant don't stop mate. Same cross, same rhythm. It's coming home, innit.' The utilisation of 'it's coming home', the unofficial motto of England international football, comes just eight days after the Lionesses knocked out Italy on their way to the Euro 2025 title, with their finale victory in Basel ensuring that the European Championship 'stayed home'. Genoa finished 13th in the Italian top flight last season and kick the new campaign off against Lecce on 23 August.
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2 hours ago
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Report – Inter Milan To Go After Genoa Defender If Germany Or France Stars Sold
Inter Milan will reportedly pursue Genoa's Koni De Winter if they sell Benjamin Pavard or Yann Bisseck this summer. According to Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri have identified the Belgian as a concrete defensive target. Cristian Chivu's backline could soon undergo a major overhaul. Indeed, with Francesco Acerbi not getting any younger, Inter are in the market for defensive reinforcements. Furthermore, the Serie A giants are open to selling two stalwarts. Inter Milan to Chase Koni De Winter if Yann Bisseck or Benjamin Pavard Sold SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale Milano faces the media during the Training/Press Conference ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) Benjamin Pavard is no longer untouchable, with Inter ready to listen to offers in the region of €20 million. Meanwhile, Yann Bisseck will command a higher price tag as the Nerazzurri value the German at €35 million. While there's a shortage of interest in the Frenchman, several Premier League clubs are keen to sign Bisseck. His exit would open space for a new defender, and Chivu's charges are eager to land De Winter. However, the 23-year-old won't come cheap, with Genoa asking for €25 million to sanction his departure.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
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Report – Inter Milan To Go After Genoa Defender If Germany Or France Stars Sold
Inter Milan will reportedly pursue Genoa's Koni De Winter if they sell Benjamin Pavard or Yann Bisseck this summer. According to Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri have identified the Belgian as a concrete defensive target. Cristian Chivu's backline could soon undergo a major overhaul. Indeed, with Francesco Acerbi not getting any younger, Inter are in the market for defensive reinforcements. Furthermore, the Serie A giants are open to selling two stalwarts. Inter Milan to Chase Koni De Winter if Yann Bisseck or Benjamin Pavard Sold SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale Milano faces the media during the Training/Press Conference ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by) Benjamin Pavard is no longer untouchable, with Inter ready to listen to offers in the region of €20 million. Meanwhile, Yann Bisseck will command a higher price tag as the Nerazzurri value the German at €35 million. While there's a shortage of interest in the Frenchman, several Premier League clubs are keen to sign Bisseck. His exit would open space for a new defender, and Chivu's charges are eager to land De Winter. However, the 23-year-old won't come cheap, with Genoa asking for €25 million to sanction his departure.
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5 hours ago
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Video – Genoa's 2025-26 away kit celebrates bond with England: ‘It's coming home'
Genoa have unveiled their 2025-26 away kit, celebrating the 'historic bond' between the club and England: 'It's coming home.' Genoa have dropped their away kit for the 2025-26 campaign, highlighting the historic connection between the club and England. Genoa 2025-26 away kit – official statement GENOA, ITALY – APRIL 23: Flares and smoke-bombs are thrown onto the pitch by Genoa fans during the Serie A match between Genoa and SS Lazio at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on April 23, 2025 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by) 'The red cross boldly spans the front of the shirt over a clean white background, honouring one of the most enduring symbols of the Republic of Genoa — one that also appears in the club's crest beside the legendary Griffin,' the Grifone said in a statement. 'This emblem pays homage to a unique heritage: in the Middle Ages, the Republic of Genoa granted England permission to sail under the Cross of St. George in exchange for tribute, forging a centuries-old connection. The kit celebrates that shared history between port cities, football cultures, and flags flown across seas. La nostra maglia. La nostra storia. 🏴 It's coming home. 🏠 Ecco la Kombat Genoa Away 2025/26 👉 — Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) July 30, 2025 'On the back, just below the collar, the red cross appears again, reinforcing the visual and symbolic link with the city. Refined details, including an embossed Griffin and premium finishes, complete a design that highlights the identity of Italy's oldest football club, founded in 1893 by English citizens as the Genoa Cricket and Football Club. 'The launch campaign deepens this Anglo-Italian connection, with the slogan 'It's coming home' referencing Genoa's English roots and football's journey 'back' to one of its most historic homes. Part of the campaign was filmed in James Spensley's London neighbourhood — the club's founding figure, a doctor and goalkeeper instrumental in the development of football in Italy. 🏴 From Genoa to London, the red cross on white. 👕 The Kombat Genoa Away 2025/26 celebrates the roots of football. 🏠 It's coming home. Where it all began. Acquistala ora 👉 — Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) July 30, 2025 'Shot by acclaimed photographer Sam Gregg, the visuals merge London and Genoa, two cities bound by maritime tradition and sporting legacy. Featured in the campaign is Brooke Norton-Cuffy, fresh from winning the U21 European Championship with England, symbolising the bridge between the club's English past and its promising present.' Genoa's first official games in 2025-26 MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 22: Patrick Vieira, Head Coach of Genoa looks on prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Genoa at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on February 22, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) Genoa, coached by Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira, will make their 2025-26 Serie A debut at home against Lecce on August 23. Prior to their opening league game, Genoa will play in the Coppa Italia first round on August 15. The Grifone finished the 2024-25 season in 13th with 43 points. 🏴🔴🔵🏴 — Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) July 30, 2025
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19 hours ago
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Official: Ostigard makes return to Genoa with option to buy
Genoa have completed the transfer of Norway international Leo Ostigard from Rennes, on loan with option to buy, in a return to the club. The defender has made the move on loan and the option to make it permanent at the end of the season is believed to be set at €8m. Ostigard back at Genoa WOLFSBURG, GERMANY – MAY 09: Leo Ostigard of TSG Hoffenheim looks on during the Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim at Volkswagen Arena on May 09, 2025 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by) This represents a return to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris for the centre-back, who had already played for the Grifone on loan from Brighton and Hove Albion for six months in 2022. Ostigard remained in Serie A for Napoli with a €5.5m transfer that summer and was part of the team that won the Scudetto, then moving to Stade Rennes for €7m in 2024. He was on loan at TSG Hoffenheim from February to June 2025. The defender has 31 senior caps for Norway and will celebrate his 26th birthday in November. Between Genoa and Napoli, Ostigard made 46 Serie A appearances.
