Alberto Zaccheroni

Italian football manager and player

Alberto Zaccheroni - Italian football manager and player
Born

April 1st, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played as a defender before transitioning to management. Managed various Italian clubs, including AC Milan, and achieved notable success. Led AC Milan to victory in the 1999-2000 Serie A season. Also managed the Japan national football team, winning the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. His coaching style emphasized tactical flexibility and team cohesion.

Won Serie A with AC Milan in 1999-2000

Led Japan to victory in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup

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