Tommaso Rocchi

Italian footballer and Lazio striker

Tommaso Rocchi - Italian footballer and Lazio striker
Born

September 19th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played as a forward in professional football, primarily for S.S. Lazio. Having begun his career in the lower leagues, quickly rose to prominence in Serie A. Contributed to Lazio's successes, including winning the Coppa Italia and the Italian Supercup. Represented Italy at the international level, securing a place on the national team roster for several competitions.

Scored over 100 goals for S.S. Lazio

Won the Coppa Italia in 2004, 2009

Participated in the UEFA Euro 2008

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