Napoli Fans Celebrate Club's Legacy with Mural at Maradona Stadium

Artist Jorit's new artwork features 11 iconic Napoli players chosen by supporters through social media poll.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 9:35am

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The Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples has undergone a striking transformation, thanks to a new mural by artist Jorit celebrating Napoli's legendary players. The artwork, unveiled this month, features 11 iconic figures chosen by fans through a social media poll. This initiative signals a growing trend of blending art, sports, and community engagement to revitalize stadium experiences.

Why it matters

The mural project goes beyond simple decoration, creating a sense of place, honoring history, and fostering a deeper connection between the team, the city, and its supporters. The participatory approach of the fan-driven selection process empowers fans and makes them stakeholders in the stadium's identity.

The details

Jorit's mural features a lineup spanning generations of Napoli stars, including Dino Zoff, Giuseppe Bruscolotti, Ruud Krol, Kalidou Koulibaly, Antonio Juliano, Marek Hamsik, Faouzi Ghoulam, Diego Armando Maradona, Careca, Edinson Cavani, and Dries Mertens. The artist's signature 'Human Tribe' style, with red stripes on the cheeks, symbolizes unity and belonging. While the selection was not without debate, with some fans questioning the inclusion of certain players over others, this discussion further fuels fan engagement and discussion.

  • The mural was unveiled this month (March 2026).
  • The Maradona Stadium is undergoing a €200 million redevelopment project, with the aim of hosting the 2032 European Football Championship.

The players

Jorit

A Neapolitan street artist known for his distinctive 'Human Tribe' style, characterized by red stripes on the cheeks of his subjects.

Gaetano Manfredi

The Mayor of Naples, who has confirmed the €200 million investment to modernize the Maradona Stadium.

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