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Gustavo Giagnoni

Q: When did Gustavo Giagnoni die?

Gustavo Giagnoni died on August 7, 2018.

Q: How old was Gustavo Giagnoni when they died?

Gustavo Giagnoni was 86 years old at the time of death.

Q: When was Gustavo Giagnoni born?

Gustavo Giagnoni was born on March 23, 1933.

Born: March 23, 1933
Died: August 7, 2018
Age: 86 years

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Gustavo Giagnoni, 86, Italian football player (Mantova) and manager (Milan, Roma).

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Gustavo Giagnoni was a dedicated Italian professional footballer and influential manager whose career spanned

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Gustavo Giagnoni

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A look at the professional football career and coaching legacy of Italian defender and manager Gustavo Giagnoni.

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Gustavo Giagnoni was a dedicated Italian professional footballer and influential manager whose career spanned decades on the pitch and the sidelines. Born in 1932, he began his journey in the sport with his hometown club, Olbia Calcio. He eventually moved to Mantova, where he famously anchored the defense as a sweeper for ten successful years. After his tenure in Mantova, he played for three seasons at Reggiana, refining his skills as a reliable defender. Following his playing days, Giagnoni transitioned into coaching, leading major clubs including Milan and Roma. His contributions to the sport were celebrated throughout Italy, earning him an induction into the Torino FC Hall of Fame in 2018. Gustavo Giagnoni passed away on August 7, 2018, at the age of 86.

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Full Biography

Gustavo Giagnoni (23 March 1932 – 7 August 2018) was an Italian professional footballer and coach. He played as a defender.

As a player, he started his career with hometown side Olbia Calcio. He went on to spend a decade playing as a sweeper for Mantova and three seasons at Reggiana.

Giagnoni died on 7 August 2018, at the age of 86.