Cisalfa Sport retail store

Cisalfa Sport is Italy's leading retailer of sports apparel, footwear, and equipment. Founded in 1977 in Rome by the Mancini family, the brand has grown from a single storefront into a dominant retail chain with over 150 stores across Italy and a significant digital presence.

The brand's business model involves retailing major global sports brands (such as Nike, Adidas, and Puma) alongside its own private labels like 8848, Best Company, and Ellesse (licensed). While the retail service is Italian, the products sold within the stores are manufactured globally, primarily in Asia and Europe.

By 2026, Cisalfa has solidified its position as a major European player following strategic acquisitions, including the purchase of German retailers SportScheck and Sport Voswinkel. The company remains headquartered in Italy and is controlled by the Mancini family through Cisalfa Sport S.p.A., representing one of the most successful independent sports retail groups in Southern Europe.