Marcello Lippi

Football Manager, 1996 UEFA Euro Champion

Marcello Lippi - Football Manager, 1996 UEFA Euro Champion
Born

April 12th, 1948
77 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A prominent football manager and coach, achieved considerable success in both club and international football. Managed Juventus from 1994 to 1999 and again from 2001 to 2006, leading the team to multiple Serie A titles. Won the UEFA Champions League in 1996 with Juventus and was the head coach of the Italian national team during the 2006 FIFA World Cup, securing the championship title. Lippi's tactical acumen and leadership style earned him respect in the football community.

Won the 2006 FIFA World Cup with Italy

Secured the 1996 UEFA Champions League with Juventus

Led Juventus to five Serie A titles

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