Fabrizio Ravanelli

Footballer and manager, Champions League winner

Fabrizio Ravanelli - Footballer and manager, Champions League winner
Born

December 11th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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This individual played as a forward, earning recognition for performances with clubs including Juventus and Lazio. Winning the UEFA Champions League in 1996 with Juventus solidified a prominent place in football history. After retiring as a player, transitioned to management, overseeing various teams in different leagues. His playing style and goal-scoring ability made a significant mark in Italian football during the 1990s.

Winning the UEFA Champions League with Juventus in 1996

Scoring 67 goals in Serie A

Playing for the Italian national team in the 1998 FIFA World Cup

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