Farewell to Sidio Corradi: key figure in Genoa’s famous promotions | OneFootball

Corradi was also Italian champion with Bologna in 1964, even though he made only one appearance that season.

Farewell to Sidio Corradi: a historic protagonist of Genoa’s promotions

Italian football mourns the passing of Sidio Corradi, who has died at the age of 80. His name will forever be linked to the colors of Genoa, the club with which he wrote memorable pages between 1970 and 1976, contributing to a historic double promotion from Serie C up to Serie A.

His career: from the scudetto with Bologna to glory with Genoa

Before becoming a symbol of the rossoblù, Corradi was part of the Bologna squad that won the Italian championship in 1964, making one appearance in that triumphant season. However, his career found its fullest expression under the Lantern, where he was a protagonist of a period of sporting renaissance that brought Genoa back to the top division.

Commitment to the youth sector and the club’s tribute

After retiring from playing, Corradi never left the world of football nor his bond with the Grifone: for years, he held various roles in the youth sector, contributing to the growth of numerous talents.

In 2024, a year after his passing, the club honored him at the Ferraris, presenting him with a commemorative jersey and bringing him onto the pitch in front of his fans, in a moment filled with emotion and gratitude.

A memory that remains

His figure embodies dedication, professionalism, and belonging—values that Genoa and Italian football will not forget. With his passing, an important chapter in the history of the rossoblù comes to a close, but the memory of someone who helped write it with his commitment lives on.

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