Football passion behind bars: Scugnizzo Cup in Naples

In the heart of Naples, a place that was once a symbol of confinement and austerity—a former juvenile prison—now teems with life, laughter, and the passion for football. For six years, the Scugnizzo Cup has been bringing together young people from all walks of life—both locals and migrants—to play 5-on-5 football . ⚽✨

This isn't just any ordinary tournament – ​​it's a football celebration of integration, born from the idea that sport can transcend linguistic, cultural, and social barriers. Each edition of the tournament is a blend of energy, talent, and emotion that erupts on and off the pitch.

📍 This year, after SSC Napoli's historic Serie A triumph, the tournament took on even greater significance. It became a symbol of pride, unity, and the possibilities of football. The final was electrifying: the team called "Manchester City Napoli" defeated "Inter Miami Quartieri Uniti" 4-0! 💥👏

The Scugnizzo Cup is played in a space that has undergone an extraordinary transformation – from a prison to a community. Where youth were once confined, today shouts of joy, fair play, and hope for a better future resonate.

🎙️ The organizers emphasize: "There are few places to practice sports in Naples. Our tournament provides an alternative – not just a pitch, but also a community that supports each other."

The Scugnizzo Cup is football with a mission – it's not just the result that counts, but also what happens around it: new friendships, lessons in cooperation, mutual respect. It's proof that sport can be a social force that truly changes reality. 🌍💪

Let the Scugnizzo Cup inspire other cities to create spaces where football doesn't end with the referee's whistle – because here, every match is a step towards a better future. 🧡