Azeglio Vicini: Biography, Facts and Career
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Azeglio Vicini (Italian pronunciation: [adˈdzeʎʎo viˈtʃiːni]; 20 March 1933 – 30 January 2018) was an Italian football coach and player, who also served as the President of the Technical Sector of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). One of Italy's most important coaches during the eighties, Vicini coached the Italy under-21 side, reaching the semi-final of the 1984 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, and final of the 1986 UEFA European Under-21 Championship; he later coached the Italy national side, reaching the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 1988, and leading the team to another semi-final, and eventually a third-place finish, in the 1990 FIFA World Cup, in Italy.
Quick facts about Azeglio Vicini
- Full name: Azeglio Vicini
- Born: 1933-03-20
- Nationality: Italy
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q444684
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Who is Azeglio Vicini?
Azeglio Vicini (Italian pronunciation: [adˈdzeʎʎo viˈtʃiːni]; 20 March 1933 – 30 January 2018) was an Italian football coach and player, who also served as the President of the Technical Sector of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). One of Italy's most important coaches during the eighties, Vicini coached the Italy under-21 side, reaching the semi-final of the 1984 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, and final of the 1986 UEFA European Under-21 Championship; he later coached the Italy national side, reaching the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 1988, and leading the team to another semi-final, and eventually a third-place finish, in the 1990 FIFA World Cup, in Italy..
What nationality is Azeglio Vicini?
Azeglio Vicini is Italy.
When was Azeglio Vicini born?
Azeglio Vicini was born on 1933-03-20.
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