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Daniele AngeloniItalian footballer and coach
Date of Birth: 26.08.1875
Country:  Italy |
Content:
- Daniele Angeloni: A Founding Father and Trailblazing Coach
- Administrative and Managerial Career
- Coaching Milan to Success
- Legacy and Impact
Daniele Angeloni: A Founding Father and Trailblazing Coach
Early Life and Football CareerDaniele Angeloni was an Italian footballer who played as a midfielder. He was one of the founders of the football club AC Milan in 1899 and became its first Italian coach.
Angeloni played in Milan's first official match in 1901 and was part of the team that won the club's first championship title that year. He played for Milan for two more seasons before transitioning to an administrative role.
Administrative and Managerial Career
From 1902 to 1905, Angeloni served as Milan's secretary. In 1904, he returned to the field as a player for two more seasons, bringing his total number of appearances for Milan to 10.
In 1905, Angeloni retired from playing and became the club's manager. After a year in this role, he became the team's coach, following the departure of Herbert Kilpin.
Coaching Milan to Success
As Milan's coach, Angeloni led the team to their third championship title in 1906. The team won 6 matches under his leadership.
Angeloni continued to coach Milan for two more seasons after their championship victory. He then stepped down from his position and retired from football administration.
Legacy and Impact
Daniele Angeloni played a pivotal role in the founding and early success of AC Milan. He was one of the original members who drafted the club's statutes in 1899 and was the first Italian to coach the team. Angeloni's contributions helped lay the foundation for Milan's dominance in Italian football and continue to be celebrated by the club's fans today.
