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Name: Alessandro Nesta
Birth Date: 19 March 1976
Height: 187 cm
Weight: 79 kg
Position: DF
Current Club: AC. Milan (ITA)
Int'l Goals: 0 (as of 27 May 2002)
Int'l Caps: 43 (as of 27 May 2002)
First Int'l Cap: Moldova ( 5 October 1996)
Discription af his qualities.
In Alessandro Nesta, Italian supporters can find a bit of solace. Along with Paolo Maldini and Fabio Cannavaro, Nesta forms Italy's rock-solid defence. Nesta has what the other two have: FIFA World CupTM experience..
The Lazio's defender is just 26 years old and is seen by many as the heir apparent to Maldini, as the Lazio product has continued to evolve into a world-class defender . He's a stylish defender, quite capable of matching his finesse with force when required and he supplements his defensive play with an excellent passing ability.
Bit of History
Nesta made his debut with Lazio at the age of 17. Soon, he was part of a side that would finish in the top six it Italy's Serie A every single season. Not until 2000, though, would he celebrate a Scudetto with the Roman club.
Nesta's defensive skills earned him a quick call-up to the national team. He made the trip with the Azzurri to the UEFA European Championship England 1996 but did not play a game. Soon after making his senior debut against Moldova a few months later, Nesta and Cannavaro would prove to be the best young defenders in the Italy squad, and Nesta quickly earned the respect of his comrades.
""Alessandro has won a lot over the last few years and has picked up a lot of experience very quickly,"" Cannavaro said. ""He makes very few mistakes. He's always there to help out, and he's used to winning under pressure.""
Nesta's ball control is as good as many of the forwards he shuts down in Serie A. His vision when he moves the ball out of Italy's third is extraordinary. At Euro 2000, Nesta was a major part of Italy's run to the final match. Though the Italians ultimately succumbed to an outstanding France side, Nesta and the Italian defence nearly carried Italy to the title.
Alessandro Nesta has been regarded as one of the best centre-backs in the world for a good few years now.
He damaged ligaments in his knee while playing against Austria at France 98 but had a successful Euro 2000 tournament where he was a key figure in the Azzurri's run to the final.
Transfer or not?
He was continually linked with big-money moves around Europe but he remained loyal to the club of his heart until 31st of August 2002. For months his future was unsure. It turned out to be the transfer thriller of the year. The biggest clubs fought for him, Real Madrid, Manchester united but especially Juventus and AC Milan. In the end he was sold for 34 million Euros to AC. Milan. Lets see what the future brings.
born: 4 kilos and 100 grams
- parents: Maria Laura and Giuseppe
- brothers and sisters:Fernando and Katia
his sister died in a car accident
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- car: was owner of a porsche
- favourite actress and actor :Demi Moore and Alberto Sordi
- favourite movie: Il Marchese del Grillo
He played a small role in the movie "papparazzi" during his injury period
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- favourite mucisian: He likes listening to the songs of Ligabue
- Hobby: football and sleeping
- favourite color: black
- favourite dish: gnocchi
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- Rumored to be best friends with Lazio and Azzurri player, Fabio Cannavaro
- He is the symbol of Lazio and the city of Rome.
- Intereseted in rap music and enjoys the internet
- He doesn't want a famous girlfriend. Why?
He doesn't want to pick up the newspaper and be involved in scandals the entire time.
Status: Engaged to his girlfriend Gabriella Pagnozzi. She took care of him after his injury during World Cup 98. They seem like a perfect match but if Nesta could change one thing: 'if she would stop smoking
BIRTH DATE
19/03/76
PLACE
ROMA (RM)
International Debut 05/10/1996 v Moldova (won 3-1)
In Alessandro Nesta, Italian supporters can find a bit of solace. Along with Paolo Maldini and Fabio Cannavaro, Nesta forms Italy's rock-solid defence. Nesta has what the other two have: FIFA World CupTM experience. The trio will be counted upon to lead Italy deep into the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan. The Lazio's defender is just 26 years old and is seen by many as the heir apparent to Maldini, as the Lazio product has continued to evolve into a world-class defender. Nesta made his debut with Lazio at the age of 17. Soon, he was part of a side that would finish in the top six it Italy's Serie A every single season. Not until 2000, though, would he celebrate a Scudetto with the Roman club. Nesta's defensive skills earned him a quick call-up to the national team. He made the trip with the Azzurri to the UEFA European Championship England 1996 but did not play a game. Soon after making his senior debut against Moldova a few months later, Nesta and Cannavaro would prove to be the best young defenders in the Italy squad, and Nesta quickly earned the respect of his comrades. ""Alessandro has won a lot over the last few years and has picked up a lot of experience very quickly,"" Cannavaro said. ""He makes very few mistakes. He's always there to help out, and he's used to winning under pressure."" Nesta's ball control is as good as many of the forwards he shuts down in Serie A. His vision when he moves the ball out of Italy's third is extraordinary. At Euro 2000, Nesta was a major part of Italy's run to the final match. Though the Italians ultimately succumbed to an outstanding France side, Nesta and the Italian defence nearly carried Italy to the title. The Azzurri's defender will have the task of stopping tough Ecuadorian, Croatian, and Mexican strikers in the group stage in Japan this summer, but if his history holds form, Nesta will come out on top. The rock at the center of the Lazio defense. Likened to Paolo Maldini for skill in possession and superb anticipation. Slotted straight back into Lazio's first team after suffering knee ligament damage in Italy's World Cup campaign. Tore cruciate ligaments in his right knee in Italy's 2-1 defeat of Austria in Paris at France '98. Local product of Lazio youth system. Made his Serie A debut in the 1994-95 season and won the "Primavera" (reserve league) title with Lazio. Made headlines when he broke Lazio team mate Paul Gascoigne's leg during a training match. Was part of Italian side that won the Under-21 European championships in 1996 against Spain at Barcelona. Received his first call-up for the Italian senior squad, after injury ruled Ciro Ferrara out of Euro 96. Developed as a junior at Lazio and has pledged his future to it until at least 2004. Voted sexiest player in Italy in a phone poll earlier this season. Tall and lean, is at his best pushing out of defense. The Rome-born player made his league debut with S.S. Lazio when just 17,and his international debut soon followed. He first grabbed the headlines when starring for Cesare Maldini’s European Under-21 Championship-winning azzurini in 1996, and he was called into the senior squad for EURO 96™ following the withdrawal of Ciro Ferrara. He did not actually feature in that final round, but he was a regular in the Italian team by the end of the year. Very difficult to beat in one-on-one aerial duels, his elegant style conceals his toughness, while he is also a good passer out of defence. He suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury while playing for Italy against Austria at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, but recovered to play four EURO 2000™ qualifiers. Injury-permitting, he is a certain starter for Italy at this summer’s finals. As Lazio captain, he lifted the European Cup Winners’ Cup in 1999 as the Rome club won their first European honour. He is much loved by the Lazio fans who regard him as one of their own. Almost certain to partner Fabio Cannavaro in the centre of Italy's defence, Nesta has matured into one of his country's best players. A cool and stylish player for Lazio, Nesta is well known for his strong tackling.
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