Alessandro Del Piero
Italian footballer and Juventus legend
Born
November 9th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A prominent Italian footballer, played primarily as a forward and attacking midfielder. Spent the majority of his career at Juventus, contributing significantly to the team's success in Serie A and European competitions. Scored over 200 goals in Serie A and became the club's all-time leading scorer. Represented the Italian national team with distinction, earning 91 caps and scoring 27 goals. Played a crucial role in Italy's victory at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, showcasing exceptional skill and leadership on the field.
Winning the 2006 FIFA World Cup
Becoming Juventus' all-time leading scorer
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