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Nereo Rocco

Italian football manager (1912-1979) · Italy · On the map · Footballers · Died at 66

Nereo Rocco was an Italian football player and manager. Regarded as one of the greatest managers of all time, he is famous for having been one of the most successful head coaches in Italy, winning several domestic and international titles during his tenure with AC Milan.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 104 days, one point a day.

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Career 6

ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Associazione Sportiva Libertas Trieste1946-1947
Calcio Padova1944-1945
Calcio Padova1940-19424714
SSC Napoli1937-1940527
Italy193410
US Triestina Calcio 19181930-193723266

Awards

Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic

About this person

At Padova, he was one of the first proponents of catenaccio in the country.

Country
Italy
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 1979 · aged 66