Christian Panucci
Italian footballer and manager
Born
April 12th, 1973
52 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Played as a right-back and center-back, contributing significantly to club and national team success. Started career at Genoa before moving to major clubs including Real Madrid, AS Roma, and Inter Milan. Achieved considerable success, winning multiple league titles and the UEFA Champions League. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, managing several teams in Italy and abroad.
Won UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid in 1998
Secured three Serie A titles with AS Roma
Represented Italy in two FIFA World Cups
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