Raising a Little Tifoso: How Soccer Builds Identity and Family Bonds Early

How can we grow our children with an identity that is strong, stable, and passionate? Yes, we can read books and ask for advice, but without the foundation of a family, it is difficult. When we think about our favorite team what is the motive of the choice? Our hometown? Maybe where we work? More often than not, it was the favorite team of our father, grandfather, or mother. Our father is from Ostuni, but he cheers for Milan. Why? Because our grandfather cheered for Milan, and our grandfather cheered for Milan, and maybe our great grandfather! You get the idea. This design here was inspired by Milan – for a little fan in training.

Our favorite team runs through our veins for centuries and centuries. It is one of the first questions Italians ask when they encounter a new person. They want to know where you are from, where your loyalties lie, what kind of person you are.

Then, when a baby is born in the family, what happens? That little boy or girl becomes a fan for the same team their family cheers for. They watch the game together, go to games together at the stadium, talk about the game at dinner. Soccer and the favorite team link that new little person to our world. After a fight, it is an excuse to fix the relationship with our brother – with or without words. We watch the game together on the couch, in silence, or we make a little remark here and there under our breath when the competition gets a goal. We are in agreement with the other person without communication, because we have something in common. It makes everything easier when there is a love for soccer. In case you were looking, we do have an outfit for this.

A sense of belonging is crucial for little kids. Piccolo Tifoso wants to create a world in which families can grow their love for soccer together. All designs are inspired by Italian soccer, and each piece is a reminder that your little one will become a big fan like you one day. Our shirts are casual and perfect for the game at home or at the stadium. Our goal is to dress kids with style, with creativity, but with a touch of cuteness. Plant the seeds and grow their passion for soccer with us today!