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There is no doubt that Fabio Cannavaro has led by example for Italy during Germany 2006. Antonio Labbate profiles the stopper who is hoping to celebrate his 100th cap by lifting the World Cup on Sunday
Azzurri captain Fabio Cannavaro knows all about World Cup disappointment. In fact, he got an early taste even before he was part of the Italian squad at both the 1998 and 2002 World Cup Finals. Aged just 16, the then Napoli youth team product was a ball-boy on that infamous July 3 night at the Stadio San Paolo in 1990 when Argentina defeated Italy on penalties.
Tears flowed through the streets of the peninsula that summer after a reverse which many Italian players from that era, and fans alike, have still not come to terms with. Yet the nation has a chance to rejoice at the weekend with arguably the most popular Nazionale since that Italia ’90 version and Cannavaro is going to have a key role to play.
There can be no denying that Cannavaro has probably not only been Italy’s best player at the tournament, he’s arguably been the competition’s best player. The foreign media have been raving about him with envy for the last three weeks, while the Italian Press are simply underlining what many of us in the peninsula have already known for years. His only mistake to date was not marking teammate Cristian Zaccardo, who shinned past his own team for America, which remains the lone goal Italy have conceded so far.
Yet Cannavaro has almost had to rebuild his reputation in the space of a month after touching down in Germany under a cloud of controversy. Despite his undoubted class – underlined with his performances at Juventus over the last two campaigns – and being Italy’s most capped player in the squad, there were calls for him to be stripped of the captaincy. His crime? To not join the media campaign in condemning Luciano Moggi, the man responsible for his move from Inter to Turin, after the Calciopoli revelations hit the news stands.
But there was no way that Cannavaro, who has also subsequently had to deal with the Gianluca Pessotto shock, was going to have the armband removed. With the determination and coolness with which he defends on the pitch, the former Parma stopper refused to step down and focused on proving that if Italy were to lift the trophy in Germany, then he deserved to be the first Italian to do so since 1982.
The 32-year-old has been a constant source of assurance throughout the tournament, despite being partnered in defence by a multitude of stoppers in the form of Alessandro Nesta, Marco Materazzi and Andrea Barzagli. While some partnerships may have suffered from a possible lack of understanding, Cannavaro's just got on with it in his own commanding way.
He’s also done it with a smile on his face. After Barzagli stepped on to the pitch against Australia following the wrongful dismissal of Materazzi, Cannavaro looked at his younger colleague, smirked and said: “Andrea, let’s have some fun now.” The Palermo central defender, one of the least experienced in the squad, did Fabio proud with an accomplished display in high pressure circumstances.
There was even a broad grin at the start of the extra time period against Germany when Michael Ballack and himself tossed the coin ahead of the restart. While the Chelsea man’s face personified the magnitude of what was at stake, Cannavaro’s cheeky grin seemed to say it all – Italy would end the night victorious. As a result, Cannavaro will lead his side out in Berlin where he will become only the third Italian to win 100 caps after Dino Zoff – who celebrated his century in the 1982 Finals – and Paolo Maldini.
And he certainly has a score to settle with France after two defeats which have left their mark on the pint-sized stopper. He was in Cesare Maldini’s side who were knocked out of France ’98 on penalties to Les Bleus, while their Alpine cousins destroyed Azzurri dreams at Euro 2000 when they equalised at the death before snatching a Golden Goal through David Trezeguet.
Given his age, Sunday will almost definitely be his last chance at World Cup glory. But win or lose, Cannavaro has already joined the long list of great Italian defenders – from Franco Baresi to Gaetano Scirea, Claudio Gentile to Beppe Bergomi – to write their names in football legend. Cannavaro is simply living proof that when it comes to defending, Italians do it better. Forza Capitano!
There is no doubt that Fabio Cannavaro has led by example for Italy during Germany 2006. Antonio Labbate profiles the stopper who is hoping to celebrate his 100th cap by lifting the World Cup on Sunday
Azzurri captain Fabio Cannavaro knows all about World Cup disappointment. In fact, he got an early taste even before he was part of the Italian squad at both the 1998 and 2002 World Cup Finals. Aged just 16, the then Napoli youth team product was a ball-boy on that infamous July 3 night at the Stadio San Paolo in 1990 when Argentina defeated Italy on penalties.
Tears flowed through the streets of the peninsula that summer after a reverse which many Italian players from that era, and fans alike, have still not come to terms with. Yet the nation has a chance to rejoice at the weekend with arguably the most popular Nazionale since that Italia ’90 version and Cannavaro is going to have a key role to play.
There can be no denying that Cannavaro has probably not only been Italy’s best player at the tournament, he’s arguably been the competition’s best player. The foreign media have been raving about him with envy for the last three weeks, while the Italian Press are simply underlining what many of us in the peninsula have already known for years. His only mistake to date was not marking teammate Cristian Zaccardo, who shinned past his own team for America, which remains the lone goal Italy have conceded so far.
Yet Cannavaro has almost had to rebuild his reputation in the space of a month after touching down in Germany under a cloud of controversy. Despite his undoubted class – underlined with his performances at Juventus over the last two campaigns – and being Italy’s most capped player in the squad, there were calls for him to be stripped of the captaincy. His crime? To not join the media campaign in condemning Luciano Moggi, the man responsible for his move from Inter to Turin, after the Calciopoli revelations hit the news stands.
But there was no way that Cannavaro, who has also subsequently had to deal with the Gianluca Pessotto shock, was going to have the armband removed. With the determination and coolness with which he defends on the pitch, the former Parma stopper refused to step down and focused on proving that if Italy were to lift the trophy in Germany, then he deserved to be the first Italian to do so since 1982.
The 32-year-old has been a constant source of assurance throughout the tournament, despite being partnered in defence by a multitude of stoppers in the form of Alessandro Nesta, Marco Materazzi and Andrea Barzagli. While some partnerships may have suffered from a possible lack of understanding, Cannavaro's just got on with it in his own commanding way.
He’s also done it with a smile on his face. After Barzagli stepped on to the pitch against Australia following the wrongful dismissal of Materazzi, Cannavaro looked at his younger colleague, smirked and said: “Andrea, let’s have some fun now.” The Palermo central defender, one of the least experienced in the squad, did Fabio proud with an accomplished display in high pressure circumstances.
There was even a broad grin at the start of the extra time period against Germany when Michael Ballack and himself tossed the coin ahead of the restart. While the Chelsea man’s face personified the magnitude of what was at stake, Cannavaro’s cheeky grin seemed to say it all – Italy would end the night victorious. As a result, Cannavaro will lead his side out in Berlin where he will become only the third Italian to win 100 caps after Dino Zoff – who celebrated his century in the 1982 Finals – and Paolo Maldini.
And he certainly has a score to settle with France after two defeats which have left their mark on the pint-sized stopper. He was in Cesare Maldini’s side who were knocked out of France ’98 on penalties to Les Bleus, while their Alpine cousins destroyed Azzurri dreams at Euro 2000 when they equalised at the death before snatching a Golden Goal through David Trezeguet.
Given his age, Sunday will almost definitely be his last chance at World Cup glory. But win or lose, Cannavaro has already joined the long list of great Italian defenders – from Franco Baresi to Gaetano Scirea, Claudio Gentile to Beppe Bergomi – to write their names in football legend. Cannavaro is simply living proof that when it comes to defending, Italians do it better. Forza Capitano!
One major thing about Canna that hasn't been as directly pointed out about him yet, which is especially true compared to Nesta right now, but he has had an amazing resiliency over the past couple of seasons.
Canna, I believe, played more minutes and more games than just about anybody on Juventus over the past two seasons. And he's been irreplaceable in internationals as well. And this guy isn't exactly a rookie with a quick bounce-back from injury either -- including his 100th cap for the NT.
Canna, I believe, played more minutes and more games than just about anybody on Juventus over the past two seasons. And he's been irreplaceable in internationals as well. And this guy isn't exactly a rookie with a quick bounce-back from injury either -- including his 100th cap for the NT.
It is fascinating that Canna played almost all games for Juve(C.L.,Serie A) and all the games for Azzurri at the the current World Cup.Despite he is exposed to injuries while defending,it seems that he is not so injury prone and that his physical condition is perfect!
The only thing that maight ruin Canna is inter,I don't see anything else in this world.
The only thing that maight ruin Canna is inter,I don't see anything else in this world.
Cannavaro leading by example
The setting could not be more fitting. Italy’s inspirational captain Fabio Cannavaro is set to lead his side out in the 2006 FIFA World Cup™ Final on his 100th appearance in the famous blue shirt.
The Neapolitan central defender, who has experienced the full gamut of emotions during his long and varied international career, appears to have reached his physical and mental peak at Germany 2006. Leading from the back with skill and determination, Marcello Lippi’s entire Italy squad appears to have been infused with his boundless energy and will to win.
In the shadow of Vesuvius
Cannavaro was born in Naples on 13 September 1973. His talent was quickly spotted by scouts from local club Napoli, who were enjoying the most successful period of their history. The Napoli of Diego Maradona and Ciro Ferrara had just been crowned champions of Italy and the young Cannavaro, a ball boy at the Stadio San Paolo, was delighted to be sharing a club with such genuine legends of the modern game. Such was his progress that it was not long before he was learning the tricks of the trade alongside his idols as part of the Napoli first team.
Cannavaro’s Serie A debut came on 7 March 1993. Fate decreed that it should take place at Turin’s Stadio Delle Alpi against Italian superpowers Juventus, his current club. Unfortunately, post-Maradona Napoli were in desperate need of funds and were soon forced to sell their precociously talented young star.
From Parma to Turin via Milan
It would be an ambitious Parma side that won the race for Cannavaro’s services and the defender went on to form one of the finest rearguards in the world alongside Lilian Thuram and Gianluigi Buffon. Between 1995 and 2002, Cannavaro and his Parma team-mates won the Italian Cup, the UEFA Cup, the Italian Super Cup, and came within a whisker of the league title.
After a brief and unspectacular period at Inter Milan, 2004 saw Cannavaro enticed northwards by Juventus. It would turn out to be a match made in heaven. The world-class defender finally added the Scudetto to his medal collection, winning back-to-back league titles in the colours of the Bianconeri.
Cannavaro’s superlative performances for the Nazionale have seen his reputation soar around the globe. His first taste of international success came over a decade ago under coach Cesare Maldini with Italy's U-21 side, winning consecutive UEFA European U-21 Championship titles in 1994 and 1996.
After his senior debut against Northern Ireland on 22 January 1997, Cannavaro's first taste of a major international tournament came at France 98 under his mentor Maldini. With Cannavaro and Co at the back, Italy boasted one of the meanest defences in the competition, only going out to eventual champions France after a penalty shoot-out.
Fast forward to UEFA EURO 2000 and it was Les Bleus who once again shattered Italy’s dreams in the cruellest possible fashion. Another superb tournament by defensive stalwart Cannavaro had helped the Azzurri reach the Final, where they led the then world champions 1-0 going into injury time. Suddenly, with only seconds remaining, up popped Sylvain Wiltord to level the scores, the French taking the trophy thanks to an extra-time golden goal from David Trezeguet.
The powerful defender also endured Italy’s ill-fated expeditions to Korea/Japan 2002 and EURO 2004 in Portugal. In the wake of Paolo Maldini’s retirement from the international game, Cannavaro was the man chosen to help lead the three-time world champions out of one of the lowest points in their history. His vast experience made him the ideal choice, allied to the class and charisma that have pervaded his every appearance in an Italy shirt.
Azzurri do it their way
Critical acclaim has been widespread after the Nazionale's six games on German soil. Former Juventus coach Lippi has forged an unbreakable team spirit within his squad, which is packed with top-class players. And head and shoulders above them all has been one man set to cement his status as an all-time footballing great: Cannavaro.
Italy fans will be hoping that the man born in Fuorigrotta can pull off the crowning achievement of his glittering career on Sunday in Berlin. At 8pm, the Azzurri's proud captain will stride on to the pitch to represent his country for the 100th time in the biggest game in world football. The battle-hardened stopper is determined to make the most of the opportunity: “I knew that this could my last World Cup, so I asked my team-mates to help me go all the way.”
A model professional, the day after his side’s dramatic semi-final victory over host nation Germany, Cannavaro was already focused on Sunday’s opponents. “When I think of France it brings back terrible nightmares of the penalty shoot-out in Paris during France 98 and the EURO 2000 final in Rotterdam. We’re going to have to sweat, scrap and suffer, but we cannot even contemplate defeat.” Spoken like a true captain.
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The setting could not be more fitting. Italy’s inspirational captain Fabio Cannavaro is set to lead his side out in the 2006 FIFA World Cup™ Final on his 100th appearance in the famous blue shirt.
The Neapolitan central defender, who has experienced the full gamut of emotions during his long and varied international career, appears to have reached his physical and mental peak at Germany 2006. Leading from the back with skill and determination, Marcello Lippi’s entire Italy squad appears to have been infused with his boundless energy and will to win.
In the shadow of Vesuvius
Cannavaro was born in Naples on 13 September 1973. His talent was quickly spotted by scouts from local club Napoli, who were enjoying the most successful period of their history. The Napoli of Diego Maradona and Ciro Ferrara had just been crowned champions of Italy and the young Cannavaro, a ball boy at the Stadio San Paolo, was delighted to be sharing a club with such genuine legends of the modern game. Such was his progress that it was not long before he was learning the tricks of the trade alongside his idols as part of the Napoli first team.
Cannavaro’s Serie A debut came on 7 March 1993. Fate decreed that it should take place at Turin’s Stadio Delle Alpi against Italian superpowers Juventus, his current club. Unfortunately, post-Maradona Napoli were in desperate need of funds and were soon forced to sell their precociously talented young star.
From Parma to Turin via Milan
It would be an ambitious Parma side that won the race for Cannavaro’s services and the defender went on to form one of the finest rearguards in the world alongside Lilian Thuram and Gianluigi Buffon. Between 1995 and 2002, Cannavaro and his Parma team-mates won the Italian Cup, the UEFA Cup, the Italian Super Cup, and came within a whisker of the league title.
After a brief and unspectacular period at Inter Milan, 2004 saw Cannavaro enticed northwards by Juventus. It would turn out to be a match made in heaven. The world-class defender finally added the Scudetto to his medal collection, winning back-to-back league titles in the colours of the Bianconeri.
Cannavaro’s superlative performances for the Nazionale have seen his reputation soar around the globe. His first taste of international success came over a decade ago under coach Cesare Maldini with Italy's U-21 side, winning consecutive UEFA European U-21 Championship titles in 1994 and 1996.
After his senior debut against Northern Ireland on 22 January 1997, Cannavaro's first taste of a major international tournament came at France 98 under his mentor Maldini. With Cannavaro and Co at the back, Italy boasted one of the meanest defences in the competition, only going out to eventual champions France after a penalty shoot-out.
Fast forward to UEFA EURO 2000 and it was Les Bleus who once again shattered Italy’s dreams in the cruellest possible fashion. Another superb tournament by defensive stalwart Cannavaro had helped the Azzurri reach the Final, where they led the then world champions 1-0 going into injury time. Suddenly, with only seconds remaining, up popped Sylvain Wiltord to level the scores, the French taking the trophy thanks to an extra-time golden goal from David Trezeguet.
The powerful defender also endured Italy’s ill-fated expeditions to Korea/Japan 2002 and EURO 2004 in Portugal. In the wake of Paolo Maldini’s retirement from the international game, Cannavaro was the man chosen to help lead the three-time world champions out of one of the lowest points in their history. His vast experience made him the ideal choice, allied to the class and charisma that have pervaded his every appearance in an Italy shirt.
Azzurri do it their way
Critical acclaim has been widespread after the Nazionale's six games on German soil. Former Juventus coach Lippi has forged an unbreakable team spirit within his squad, which is packed with top-class players. And head and shoulders above them all has been one man set to cement his status as an all-time footballing great: Cannavaro.
Italy fans will be hoping that the man born in Fuorigrotta can pull off the crowning achievement of his glittering career on Sunday in Berlin. At 8pm, the Azzurri's proud captain will stride on to the pitch to represent his country for the 100th time in the biggest game in world football. The battle-hardened stopper is determined to make the most of the opportunity: “I knew that this could my last World Cup, so I asked my team-mates to help me go all the way.”
A model professional, the day after his side’s dramatic semi-final victory over host nation Germany, Cannavaro was already focused on Sunday’s opponents. “When I think of France it brings back terrible nightmares of the penalty shoot-out in Paris during France 98 and the EURO 2000 final in Rotterdam. We’re going to have to sweat, scrap and suffer, but we cannot even contemplate defeat.” Spoken like a true captain.
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good question.
nesta is probably better at man-marking, getting tight and denying space.
cannavaro on the other hand, has something you dont usually assosiate with defenders-vision. we applaud forwards and midfielders when they see a pass out of nothing, like pirlo for against germany for italy's first goal. cannavaro sees things happening before most players in the world and snuffs them out quickly.
he is not the fastest or tallest defender in the world but he sees things happening and his reading of the game is second to none.
solid as a rock and the worlds best defender by a long way
nesta is probably better at man-marking, getting tight and denying space.
cannavaro on the other hand, has something you dont usually assosiate with defenders-vision. we applaud forwards and midfielders when they see a pass out of nothing, like pirlo for against germany for italy's first goal. cannavaro sees things happening before most players in the world and snuffs them out quickly.
he is not the fastest or tallest defender in the world but he sees things happening and his reading of the game is second to none.
solid as a rock and the worlds best defender by a long way
Best defender.
He is my favourite.Many should learn about dedication from him.He show to some overpayed dummies how to play.
But I read on Rai one-due teletext(page 236) today that ,one of the most famous thieves and friends to our beloved Capello ,Franco Baldini ,now working for REAL was in Turin these days in order to make deal for Cannavaro and Emerson to join Real.
I realy,realy do not like him to go from Juve,but that is professional football.
Mutu is already gone.
I think that in the followng days we shoud be prepared for a massive departure of our stars.I can not stand that.
He is my favourite.Many should learn about dedication from him.He show to some overpayed dummies how to play.
But I read on Rai one-due teletext(page 236) today that ,one of the most famous thieves and friends to our beloved Capello ,Franco Baldini ,now working for REAL was in Turin these days in order to make deal for Cannavaro and Emerson to join Real.
I realy,realy do not like him to go from Juve,but that is professional football.
Mutu is already gone.
I think that in the followng days we shoud be prepared for a massive departure of our stars.I can not stand that.
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