Serie A has always attracted great players, and in the 1980s and 1990s it was widely considered the strongest league on the planet. Many of its stars are still remembered fondly.
Diego Maradona
Maradona led Napoli to the first two league titles in the club’s history, in 1986-87 and 1989-90. He remains a legendary figure in the city.
Roberto Baggio
Known for his artistry and his ponytail, Baggio played for Fiorentina, Juventus, AC Milan, Inter and Brescia, and won admiration wherever he played.
Francesco Totti
Totti spent his entire professional career with Roma. His loyalty and his skill made him a symbol of the club and its supporters.
Del Piero and Pirlo
Alessandro Del Piero starred for Juventus for almost two decades, while Andrea Pirlo’s calm passing from midfield made him one of the best playmakers of his generation.