March 24 (Reuters) - As Fiorentina approach ⁠their centenary in August, a history marked by near-misses rather than silverware has forged a supporter culture defined ⁠by weary defiance and a belief undimmed by repeated setbacks.

The club's modern era has been one of sparse ‌rewards. Fiorentina's most recent major domestic trophy remains the 2001 Coppa Italia, a success that now feels distant. Their last sustained period of glory dates to the 1960s when they won the European Cup Winners’ Cup, two Italian Cups and a Serie A title.