Lake Como gets its derby back - To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years

You read that right: it has been exactly 50 years since Lake Como saw its derby in Serie B. Lecco's last appearance in the second tier was in fact in 1973, but the promotion earned against Foggia in the play-offs finally gives the most unique derby in Italy back to us. The charm of Lake Como and its two teams can finally return to be associated with Serie B, a league full of history and tradition and in which everyone dreams of reaching the spotlight of the top division.

The two small towns divided by the lagoon waters so dear to Manzoni will be the stage for a double challenge unheard of in the past 50 years, prevented by the ruthless terrains of the third division. A pity given the grand location of the lake, a stage deserving of a heated and heartfelt rivalry that will enrich the already intriguing calendar of the upcoming Serie B season.

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458017

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458016

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Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458012

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458014

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458013

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458011

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Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458007

Lake Como gets its derby back To be played in Serie B for the first time in 50 years | Image 458006

Despite the differences in many domains, both clubs have gone bankrupt multiple times, and have had to spill blood, sweat, and tears to be where they are today. The Lake Como rivalry has been on a rocky journey ever since that last game in Serie B in 1973, but the derby del Lario is finally back where it deserves to be. Get ready for two of the most unique teams in the league to fight harder than ever to try and win over the lake, stay in Serie B, and who knows, maybe even make it to Serie A.