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Francesco AntonioliItalian footballer, goalkeeper.
Date of Birth: 14.09.1969
Country:  Italy |
Content:
- Francesco Antonioli: Italia's Legendary Goalkeeper
- Milan Departure and Loan Spells
- Championship Triumph with Roma
- Return to Bologna and Late Career
- Notable Achievements
Francesco Antonioli: Italia's Legendary Goalkeeper
Early Career and Debut in Serie ABorn in Monza, Italy, Francesco Antonioli began his football journey with hometown club Monza. After two seasons in the first team, he caught the attention of AC Milan, who acquired him in 1987. Milan initially loaned Antonioli to Cesena and Modena before giving him his Serie A debut on April 18, 1992.
Milan Departure and Loan Spells
Despite his debut, Antonioli faced competition from legendary goalkeeper Sebastiano Rossi and was eventually loaned to Pisa. With Pisa, he experienced relegation to Serie C1. He then moved to Reggiana and Bologna, where he spent four years in Serie A.
Championship Triumph with Roma
In 1999, Antonioli joined AS Roma and played a pivotal role in their Serie A title victory of 2001. He left Roma in 2003 as a free agent and signed for Sampdoria.
Return to Bologna and Late Career
In 2006, Antonioli returned to Bologna, where he made a significant contribution to the club's promotion to Serie A. He signed a new contract for a further season and helped Bologna avoid relegation. In 2009, he joined Cesena and retired in 2011 after playing his 600th match in the Italian league.
Notable Achievements
Serie A champion with AS Roma (2001)Promotion to Serie A with Bologna (2008)
600 Serie A appearances
