Italian football legend who played for Juventus and managed several clubs, known for his attacking flair and tactical acumen.
Attilio Lombardo is a renowned Italian retired football player turned manager, best known for his impressive career in Serie A and his unique ability to win the league title with three different teams: Sampdoria, Juventus, and Lazio. Throughout his playing career, Lombardo was deployed in various positions, including wide midfielder, offensive right winger, fullback, and wingback.
Lombardo started his career at Pergocrema in Italy's Serie C2 in 1983, at just 16 years old. He later moved to Serie B side Cremonese in 1985, where he made a name for himself as a capable right-sided winger under the guidance of manager Tarcisio Burgnich.
In 1989, Lombardo was signed by Serie A side U.C. Sampdoria for a total fee of 4 billion lira. During his time at Sampdoria, he played alongside talented players such as Gianluca Vialli, Roberto Mancini, Pietro Vierchowod, Gianluca Pagliuca, and Ruud Gullit, under manager Vujadin Boskov. This period marked the beginning of Lombardo's international breakthrough, as he started to represent the Italy national football team.
Lombardo earned several nicknames throughout his career, including "Popeye" due to his bald head and strong physique, and "The Ostrich" or "Struzzo" in Italian, due to his pace, stamina, and running style. During his time at Crystal Palace, he was also nicknamed "The Bald Eagle".
After retiring from playing, Lombardo transitioned into management. He is currently the assistant manager for the Saudi Arabia national football team.
Attilio Lombardo's remarkable career has left a lasting impact on Italian football. His versatility, work rate, and ability to adapt to different positions made him a valuable asset to his teams. As one of the six players to have won the Serie A title with three different teams, Lombardo's legacy continues to inspire future generations of footballers.
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