Biography
Who is Fabio Grosso?
Early football career
Fabio Grosso began his path in the youth system at Renato Curi Angolana in 1994. He moved to the senior squad for the 1995 season. During his time with Renato Curi, he played as an attacking midfielder and left winger, making 108 official appearances and scoring 47 goals.
He later transferred to Chieti in the summer of 1998. During his three seasons there, he played 68 league games and scored 17 goals. His performances caught the attention of Serie A side Perugia, who signed him in 2001.
Success at Palermo and Inter Milan
After playing for Perugia, Fabio moved to Palermo in January 2004. He helped the Sicilian club win the Serie B title that season. During his time at Palermo, he was a regular starter and helped the team achieve a sixth place finish in Serie A.
In July 2006, he joined Inter Milan. During his single season with the club, he helped them secure the Serie A title and the Supercoppa Italiana. He made 23 league appearances for the team before deciding to play abroad.
Winning titles in France and Italy
Fabio Grosso signed with the French club Lyon in July 2007. He wore the number 11 shirt and won the Ligue 1 title, the Coupe de France, and the Trophée des Champions. He played in both the league and the UEFA Champions League during his first season.
He returned to Italy in August 2009 to join Juventus. He scored his first league goal for the club against Udinese in November 2009. Fabio Grosso finished his professional career in the summer of 2012 after winning the Scudetto with Juventus.
International career and World Cup glory
He made his debut for the Italy national team in April 2003 against Switzerland. Fabio was a member of the squad that won the 2006 FIFA World Cup. During the semi-final against Germany, he scored a goal in the 119th minute to help his team advance.
In the World Cup final against France, he converted the winning penalty during the shootout. This victory secured the fourth World Cup trophy for Italy. He also represented his country at UEFA Euro 2008 and the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup.
Birthday and age
Fabio Grosso was born on November 28, 1977, which makes Fabio 48 years old today. That birthday falls under the Sagittarius sign. Fabio shares the date with 36 other famous people.
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