Angelo Peruzzi

Italian footballer and manager

Angelo Peruzzi - Italian footballer and manager
Born

February 16th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A prominent Italian footballer and manager, celebrated for a distinguished goalkeeping career. Played for clubs such as Juventus, Lazio, and Inter Milan. Contributed to the Italian national team, featuring in the 1998 FIFA World Cup and winning UEFA Euro 2000. Transitioned into management after retirement from playing, taking on roles including coaching positions at various clubs. Recognized for his leadership skills on and off the pitch.

Won Serie A titles with Juventus

Participated in the 1998 FIFA World Cup

Earned a UEFA Euro 2000 runner-up medal

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