Gigi Riva tribute: Cagliari remembers its hero

Cagliari is preparing to celebrate the figure of Gigi Riva with the Gigi Riva Football Week, a week of events that will take place from November 5th to 10th. The Sardinian team, currently 14th in Serie A with 43 points, recently achieved an important victory against AC Milan on May 24th, 2026.

Who was Gigi Riva?

Gigi Riva was a footballer who left an indelible mark on Italian and world football. His career was marked by numerous successes and a great passion for the game.

What can we expect from the Gigi Riva Football Week?

The Gigi Riva Football Week will be a celebration of the life and career of Gigi Riva, with a series of events that will combine sports, art, and culture. There will be immersive exhibitions, shows, and itinerant appointments in the city to celebrate Riva's life and successes.

What is the significance of this event for Cagliari?

The Gigi Riva Football Week will be an opportunity to transmit to new generations the ethical and social values of sports, perfectly embodied by Gigi Riva both on and off the field. The event will also be an opportunity to recall the style of play and sociality of the past, but with a look to the future.