Christian Panucci

Italian footballer and manager

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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