Pistoiese FC

Since its inception la società arancione (Orange Society) founded on April 21, 1921, has been characterized by its European inclinations, being the city historically a crossroads of historical-religious paths to and from the geographical areas of the Old Continent. Among the protagonists of the birth of l'Arancione are the Hungarians Árpád Hajós and János Nehadoma, with the jersey inspired by that of Holland, which boasts a strong floriculture. In 1927, Pistoiese won their first major honours, the Arpinati Cup. After winning minor regional championships, they were elected to play in the National Division in 1928. Between 1929 and 1936 they participated in the campionato cadetto finishing first on a couple of occasions. US Pistoiese played their last championship in 1939–40.