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Paolo Pulici reflects on the legacy of Filadelfia Stadium

Ahead of the centenary of the historic Filadelfia Stadium, former Torino FC player Paolo Pulici has reflected on the venue's deep connection to the club's identity. Pulici, who spent 17 years at the stadium, described the site as ‘the home of the Toro’ and a place where players learned the essence of wearing the Torino jersey.

Pulici expressed significant emotional distress regarding the demolition of the original stadium in 1997, stating he ‘cried with anger’ at the loss of the landmark. He emphasized the importance of preserving the spirit of the Filadelfia to pass the club's heritage down to future generations.

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Filadelfia Stadium · Torino FC