In the heart of Umbria, the central Italian region known for its landscapes and spirituality, the small town of Costacciaro becomes the stage for an event that brings together sport, inclusion, culture, and art.
The 1° football tournament FIGC – DCPS, held in conjunction with the 1° Trofeo Cammini Camaldolesi Umbri, is far more than just a football competition—it is a celebration of human values and community spirit.
At the center of this initiative stands Leonardo Passeri, a visual artist native to Umbria, who has given a unique creative voice to the tournament through his original artwork “Stadio Interiore” (2025). This 90×120 cm acrylic on wood panel features one of Passeri’s iconic stylized figures—armless and legless—designed to shift the focus from physical form to inner energy. “In its apparent immobility,” says Passeri, “this figure expresses movement, intensity, and interior strength. The absence of limbs symbolizes willpower and resilience.”
The figure, imagined as a futuristic being, is adorned with details reminiscent of ancient fabrics, creating a striking interplay between tradition and innovation. The fractured lines and fragmented motion evoke the real-time dynamism of a football match. To accompany the main painting, Passeri also created four hand-painted statuettes, inspired by the same symbolic form and given to each of the participating teams as trophies—blending visual identity with emotional significance.
