Azzurri

"Azzurri" is an Italian term meaning "the Blues," used as a nickname for Italy’s national sports teams, most notably the football (soccer) team. The nickname comes from their traditional team color, a shade of blue called "azzurro," which has been associated with Italy since the 19th century. When people refer to "Azzurri," they are talking about Italy’s national teams competing in international events like the FIFA World Cup or the UEFA European Championship. The term embodies national pride and the team’s distinctive identity on the world stage.