The 1966 Coppa Italia final was the decisive match of the 1965–66 Coppa Italia, the annual knockout cup competition organized by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). The final was contested between ACF Fiorentina and US Catanzaro 1929.
Venue and date
The match was staged at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Sources differ on the exact date, with most indicating 29 May 1966; some records list 21 June 1966. Accurate information is not confirmed.
Result
Fiorentina defeated Catanzaro by a score of 2 – 0, securing the club’s second Coppa Italia title.
Significance
The victory marked Fiorentina’s return to domestic cup success after their inaugural Coppa Italia triumph in 1960–61. For Catanzaro, the appearance in the final represented a notable achievement, as it was the club’s first participation in a major Italian cup final.
Match details
- Teams: ACF Fiorentina vs. US Catanzaro 1929
- Final score: 2 – 0 (Fiorentina)
- Goal scorers: Accurate information is not confirmed.
Aftermath
Following the win, Fiorentina qualified for the 1966–67 European Cup Winners' Cup. Catanzaro returned to Serie B for the subsequent season.
Note: While the core facts regarding the participants, venue, and outcome are well documented, specific details such as the exact match date, goal scorers, and line‑ups vary among historical records.