Alessandro del Piero

Alessandro former professional footballer who mainly played as a second striker, although he was capable of playing in several offensive positions. He was also a FIFA World Cup winner in 2006 with Italy's National Team.

He was born on November 9, 1974, in Conegliano, He began playing football for the local youth club of San Vendemiano at 9 years old. When he was 13 he was selected to play for Padova's youth team and played his first professional game at the age of 16. He currently holds the record for most appearances (705) and goals scored (290) by a Juventus player.

He also played two seasons with Sydney FC and one season with the Delhi Dynamos, wearing the number 10. Alessandro has earned the highest accolades from international football federations, coaching staff, players, and fans worldwide. He has won 21 trophies including a UEFA Champions League Trophy, and an Intercontinental Cup for scoring the winning goal minutes before the end of the game and becoming MVP.