# Sampdoria 80th anniversary celebrations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sampdoria-80th-anniversary-celebrations
> Updated: 2026-08-10T23:58:03.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Sampdoria marked its 80th anniversary in August 2026 with split celebrations between official club events and independent fan gatherings. 

The club organized a drone light show featuring approximately 450 drones over Genoa’s Porto Antico. Simultaneously, the supporters group La Sud held its own festivities at Molo dell'Amicizia in Quinto al Mare. The fan-led event included musical performances, food stands, and a museum displaying historical jerseys.

During the anniversary period, former captain Fabio Quagliarella shared a personal message via the club’s social media, expressing his “deep connection to the team” and the pride of having worn the jersey. He noted in a video message that certain jerseys, like Sampdoria’s, “stay with a player forever.”

The dual nature of the celebrations highlighted ongoing tensions between the club’s management and its supporters, who expressed discontent regarding management decisions and recent sporting struggles.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-10: Sampdoria celebrates 80 years of history with fan events and tributes

Sampdoria celebrates its 80th anniversary with fan gatherings at Quinto al Mare, drone shows in Genoa, and tributes from former captain Fabio Quagliarella.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sampdoria-celebrates-80th-anniversary-with-dual-festivities

### 2026-08-05: Sampdoria marks 80 years with drone light show in Genoa

Sampdoria's 80th anniversary will be marked by a 450‑drone light show over Genoa's Porto Antico on Aug 12, while fan group La Sud plans a separate celebration, underscoring recent tensions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sampdoria-marks-80-years-with-drone-light-show-in-genoa

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