Marcello Lippi

Marcello Lippi is an Italian football manager, known for leading the Italy national team to victory in the 2006 FIFA World Cup and for his successful tenures with Juventus and Guangzhou Evergrande. After guiding Napoli to a UEFA Cup spot in the 1993-94 season, Marcello Lippi quickly established himself as a prominent figure in football management. His success at Napoli led to his appointment at Juventus in 1994, where, in his inaugural season, Lippi led the club to the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia. He further solidified his reputation by guiding Juventus to the UEFA Champions League title, the UEFA Super Cup, and the Intercontinental Cup, all in 1996, alongside securing multiple league championships during his five-season tenure.

Following his initial successful period with Juventus, Lippi took the helm at Inter Milan in 1999, where he guided the team to the 2000 Coppa Italia final. He made a celebrated return to Juventus in 2001, where he continued his winning ways, securing two more Serie A titles in 2002 and 2003, and leading the club to the 2003 UEFA Champions League final. His consistent excellence at the club level paved the way for his appointment as head coach of the Italy national team in 2004. Lippi’s leadership culminated in one of his most significant achievements when he led the Italy national team to victory in the 2006 FIFA World Cup, a testament to his strategic prowess.

Marcello Lippi announced his retirement from coaching in October 2020, concluding a decorated career marked by unprecedented triumphs across club and international football.