Who is Italy legend Andrea Pirlo?

Pirlo was instrumental in Italy’s triumph at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, winning the Bronze Ball and being elected to the Team of the Tournament. He repeated similar success as he led Italy to the final of the 2012 UEFA European Championships.

Did Andrea Pirlo accept Antonio Conte’s snub for Euro 2016?

“Andrea Pirlo accepts Antonio Conte’s Italy snub for Euro 2016”. Sky Sports. Retrieved 1 June 2016. ^ Roberto Di Maggio; José Luis Pierrend (14 September 2017). “Appearances for Italy National Team”. Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation. Retrieved 7 November 2017. ^ a b “Buffon reveals ‘greatest Italians ‘ “. fantasista10. 5 June 2014.

Is Andrea Pirlo the best midfielder in the modern era?

“Andrea Pirlo spots a pass in a split second that others wait a lifetime to see”. The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 6 June 2016. ^ Kris Voakes; Ben Hayward (2 June 2015). “Pirlo, Xavi make their claim of being the best midfielder in the modern era”.

What happened to Pirlo at Inter Milan?

Due to his performances with Brescia, Pirlo was spotted by Inter Milan coach Lucescu, who signed the playmaker. Pirlo was unable to break into the first squad permanently, however, and Inter finished eighth in the 1998–99 Serie A campaign.

Did Andrea Pirlo play in the MLS?

In 2015, Pirlo joined Major League Soccer (MLS) club New York City FC, where he played for two years before retiring in 2017. At international level, Pirlo played 116 matches for the Italian national football team, which is the fifth-most of all time.

Did Andrea Pirlo have a baby?

In July 2016, it was reported that Pirlo’s jersey was the highest-selling MLS shirt in 2016. On 7 July 2017, Pirlo’s partner, Valentina Baldini, gave birth to their twins named Leonardo and Tommaso.

What has Andrea Pirlo done for charity?

On 1 September 2014, Pirlo, along with many current and former footballing stars, took part in the “Match for Peace”, which was played at the Stadio Olimpico, in Rome, with the proceeds being donated entirely to charity.