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Angelo Di LivioItalian footballer, midfielder
Date of Birth: 26.07.1966
Country:  Italy |
Content:
- Angelo Di Livio: A Legendary Italian Midfielder
- International Career
- Club History
- Reggiana (1985-86)
- Fiorentina Legacy
- Honours and Recognition
- Team Honours:
Angelo Di Livio: A Legendary Italian Midfielder
Angelo Di Livio was an exceptional Italian footballer who graced the field as a dynamic midfielder. Known for his unwavering stamina and impeccable movement, he left an indelible mark on the sport, both at the international and club levels.
International Career
Di Livio represented Italy with pride in 40 appearances, debuting against Slovakia in 1995. His contributions were instrumental in Italy's success in the Euro 2000 tournament, where they secured the runner-up position.
Club History
Throughout his illustrious career, Di Livio played for several prominent teams:
Reggiana (1985-86)
Nocerina (1986-87)Perugia (1987-89)
Padova (1989-93)
Juventus (1993-99)
Fiorentina (1999-2005)
At Juventus, Di Livio played a crucial role in their dominant period from 1993 to 1999, winning three Serie A titles and the prestigious UEFA Champions League in 1996. He also lifted the Italian Super Cup twice, the Coppa Italia, the UEFA Super Cup, and the Intercontinental Cup with the Turin-based giants.
Fiorentina Legacy
In 1999, Di Livio joined Fiorentina, becoming their captain and leading them to Coppa Italia victory in 2001. His unwavering loyalty was evident when Fiorentina faced bankruptcy in 2002. Di Livio remained with the club as they rebuilt in Serie C2, guiding them back to Serie A in 2004 before retiring at the end of the 2004/05 season.
Honours and Recognition
Di Livio's exceptional contributions to football were recognized with numerous honours, including:
Team Honours:
Serie A Champion: 1995, 1997, 1998Coppa Italia Winner: 1995, 2001
Italian Super Cup: 1995, 1997
UEFA Champions League Winner: 1996
UEFA Super Cup: 1996
Intercontinental Cup: 1996
National Honours:
Euro 2000 Runner-up
Individual Honours:
Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic: 1991
