Nicola Pozzi

Italian footballer with Serie A experience

Nicola Pozzi - Italian footballer with Serie A experience
Born

June 30th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played professional football as a forward, primarily competing in Serie A and Serie B in Italy. Highlighted a career with clubs such as Empoli, Sampdoria, and Cesena. Gained a reputation for his scoring ability and contributions on the field across several seasons in top Italian leagues.

Played for Empoli in Serie A

Scored key goals for Sampdoria

Participated in Serie B with Cesena

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