The article discusses the stark contrast between the European Championships of 1980 and 2000, reflecting a transformation in football from violence and apathy to celebration and professionalism. It introduces a new series titled Nessun Dorma, which delves deeply into football history during the 1980s and 1990s, highlighting major tournaments and cultural changes. The series features multiple episodes, expert guests, and additional content for subscribers, all aiming to showcase the journey of football becoming a global powerhouse, countering its earlier reputation as a sport for the marginalized.
Euro 80 was marked by violence and hooliganism, described as a miserable event, while Euro 2000 celebrated the joy of football, highlighting a significant change in the sport.
The series aims to explore the transformative journey of football from a sport perceived as for 'slum people' to becoming a global multi-billion-pound industry throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
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