The Italy men's national volleyball team, known as the Azzurri, is a storied program and a dominant force within the European Games and on the world stage. Based in Rome and operating under the Italian Volleyball Federation (FIPAV), the team wears the iconic blue (azzurro) jersey. Founded as the official national team, Italy's volleyball history is rich with success, having been a trendsetter in European volleyball for decades. The team's peak era includes multiple European Championship titles and a legendary period in the 1990s under coach Julio Velasco, where they captured World Championship gold in 1990 and 1994, and Olympic silver in 1996, featuring stars like Andrea Gardini and Lorenzo Bernardi. In the modern era, Italy continues to produce exceptional talent, with players like Osmany Juantorena, Ivan Zaytsev, and Simone Giannelli leading a squad that consistently contends for medals in the FIVB Nations League and World Championships. The Italian fans are known for their passionate support, creating an electric environment that fuels the team's dynamic and tactical style of play, cementing Italy's status as a volleyball superpower.