In this article, ProteanCup takes you on a thrilling ride through the history of Serie A past champions, showing who’s dominated Italian football, how the landscape has shifted over the decades, and which clubs have built legacies that still resonate. You’ll discover the record-holders, surprise title winners, and key stats that every fan should know about.
What is Serie A and how are champions decided

Serie A is Italy’s top professional football division and one of the world’s elite leagues. Its current format (round-robin league with promotion/relegation) was officially established in the 1929-30 season. Since then, teams compete over roughly 38 matchdays; at season’s end the club with the most points is crowned champion and awarded the Scudetto (little shield). Previous to 1929, there were national championships under different formats (regional, knockout etc.). ProteanCup uses data from the modern Serie A era (post-1929) while also recognizing pre-Serie A national titles in overall Italian champions counts.
Who has won the most titles
Here are the giants of Serie A — clubs with the most championships (Scudetti) in the modern era (since 1929-30) plus overall Italian championship wins when applicable:
- Juventus holds the record with 36 Serie A titles, more than any other club.
- Inter Milan follows with 20 titles.
- AC Milan have won 19 titles.
- After the big three, the clubs with notable successes include Bologna (7), Torino (7), Genoa (9), Napoli (4), AS Roma (3), Lazio (2), Fiorentina (2), Hellas Verona (1), Cagliari (1), Sampdoria (1), Casale (1), Novese (1).
- Napoli recently clinched their 4th Serie A crown in the 2024-25 season, solidifying a resurgence in recent years.
Key eras and shifts in power

The history of Serie A past champions splits naturally into several eras. Here are some of the defining periods:
Juventus dominance
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- Their most recent era of dominance ran from 2011-12 through 2019-20, where Juventus won nine consecutive Scudetti, a modern record.
- Before and after that run, they’ve often been either champion or close contenders.
Inter and Milan resurgences
- Internazionale (Inter) re-emerged strongly in the late 2000s, claiming several titles including consecutive wins in 2005-06 through 2009-10.
- AC Milan have had their golden runs too — notably in the early 1990s, and more recently with their title in 2021-22.
Upsets and rare champions
- There have been seasons where less-expected teams took the crown. For example, Cagliari (1969-70), Hellas Verona (1984-85), Torino (mid-20th century), and more recent, Napoli breaking through.
- Sometimes scandal or special conditions affected the title allocation (e.g. stripped titles).
Full list of champions by recent seasons (2015-2025)

To get a sense of recent trends, here are the winners from the last ten seasons:
- 2024-25: Napoli
- 2023-24: Inter Milan
- 2022-23: Napoli
- 2021-22: AC Milan
- 2020-21: Inter Milan
- 2019-20: Juventus
- 2018-19: Juventus
- 2017-18: Juventus
- 2016-17: Juventus
- 2015-16: Juventus
This stretch underlines Juventus’ grip on the title in the 2010s, followed by renewed competition.
Interesting statistics & records
Knowing Serie A past champions isn’t just about who won: it’s about how, when, and what patterns emerge. Here are some of the standout stats:
- Most consecutive titles in modern Serie A: Juventus (9 in a row, 2011-20)
- Number of different clubs that have won Serie A: 16 clubs as of 2025.
- Clubs outside the Big Three (Juventus, Inter, Milan) that have won: Torino, Bologna, Genoa, Napoli, Roma, Hellas Verona, Cagliari, Sampdoria, Casale, Novese.
- Napoli’s recent rise: winning 3 of the last 6 seasons (2022-23, 2024-25, plus earlier ones) showing they’re now part of the top conversation.
Why the championship counts matter
Understanding Serie A past champions is more than a record-keeping exercise. These titles shape club identity, influence fan culture, affect finances, and weigh heavily in domestic & European prestige. For instance:
- Clubs display stars above their badges once they reach certain title thresholds (10, 20, etc.).
- Titles affect negotiating power, sponsorships, and player recruitment.
- Historical success often translates into loyalty, legacy, and even influence over league governance.
Full champion overview (pre-1929 + modern era)
While the modern Serie A era begins in 1929-30, Italy’s national championships date back to 1898. Including those early tournaments gives us a fuller picture of Italian football history. Some early champions (Genoa, Pro Vercelli, etc.) collected many titles before Serie A formed; modern totals usually quote only Serie A era, but club records often combine both.
Conclusion
The saga of Serie A past champions is one of peaks and valleys, dynasties and underdog fairy tales. Juventus reigns supreme historically; Inter and AC Milan have had powerful eras; Napoli’s recent rise reminds us that even giants can be challenged. Whether you’re brushing up for trivia, following title races, or passionately supporting your club, knowing the history adds depth to every match.
If you want, ProteanCup can also share the full season-by-season winners list, or profiles of “unexpected” champions and their stories. Which angle do you want to explore next: the best underdog champions, or statistical breakdowns by decade?