Roberto Donadoni
Football player and manager; Italy national team
Played as a midfielder for clubs such as AC Milan and Parma, contributing to multiple Serie A titles and a UEFA Champions League title. Represented Italy in international competitions, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup where Italy finished as runners-up. Transitioned to coaching, managing teams like Parma and the Italy national team, leading to participation in major tournaments. Achieved notable success in domestic leagues and contributed to the development of players in his managerial roles.
Played for AC Milan winning Serie A titles
Managed Italy national team in major tournaments
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Hugh Morgan
Australian businessman and mining executive
Born
September 9th, 1940 85 years ago
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American singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
September 9th, 1950 75 years ago
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French singer-songwriter and poet
Born
September 9th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
March 4th, 2004 22 years ago — 74 years old
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English journalist and literary critic
Born
September 9th, 1877 148 years ago
Died
June 6th, 1947 78 years ago — 69 years old
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Maltese architect and politician
Born
September 9th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
February 9th, 2008 18 years ago — 75 years old
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Author and illustrator of fiction works
Born
September 9th, 1947 78 years ago
Died
2015 11 years ago — 68 years old
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