A popular figure in the Italian Serie A, U.S. Lecce has always been one of the league's formidable members. Established in 1908, the team has had varying success, having never really asserted its dominance over the top division, while quite easily passing the challenges of the lower leagues. While it may not boast legendary status as that of the Milan clubs, it has been able to attract world class talent, with players such as Antonio Conte, Gheorghe Popescu and Mirko Vučinić having stints with the club. Based in Apulia, Italy, it shares a heated rivalry with S.S.C. Bari, as both teams try to prove to be the better team of the city.
