Ignazio Abate

Italian footballer, AC Milan right-back

Ignazio Abate - Italian footballer, AC Milan right-back
Born

November 12th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A professional footballer from Italy played primarily as a right-back. Commenced career at the youth system of A.C. Milan, later progressing to the senior team. Played for A.C. Milan from 2008 to 2018, contributing to several domestic and international successes. Represented the Italian national team at various levels, including the senior squad. Participated in the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.

Won Serie A titles with A.C. Milan

Reached the UEFA Champions League final in 2013

Competed in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

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