Andrea Barzagli
Andrea Barzagli stands as a defining figure among Italian Athletes of the Millennial.
Italian association football player
"Andrea Barzagli's most defining career period was his eight consecutive Serie A titles with Juventus from 2011 to 2019." — About Andrea Barzagli
| Metric | Andrea Barzagli | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 44 | 48 | -4 yrs |
| Height | 187cm (6'2") | 175cm | +12cm |
| Career length | 26 yrs | ~35 yrs | -9 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Andrea Barzagli
Did you know that Andrea Barzagli won a league title in Germany with Wolfsburg before returning to Italy to dominate Serie A for nearly a decade with Juventus?
- Barzagli won a bronze medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics with the Italian U23 national team.
- He was a key member of the legendary "BBC" defensive trio at Juventus alongside Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini.
- Before joining Juventus, Barzagli won the Bundesliga title with VfL Wolfsburg in the 2008-09 season.
- He was renowned for his calm demeanor and exceptional positional sense, often making defense look effortless.
- Upon retiring as a player from Juventus in 2019, he immediately transitioned into a technical collaborator role at the club.
Andrea Barzagli's most defining career period was his eight consecutive Serie A titles with Juventus from 2011 to 2019. Alongside Bonucci and Chiellini, he anchored one of Europe's most feared defensive lines, consistently demonstrating tactical brilliance and defensive solidity.
Barzagli is remembered as one of the finest Italian defenders of his generation, a symbol of defensive mastery and a key architect of Juventus's modern dynasty. His quiet leadership and consistent performances left an indelible mark on Italian football.