Eusebio Di Francesco
Italian manager and former midfielder, current head coach of Lecce.
Eusebio Di Francesco (born 8 September 1969) is an Italian manager and former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He is the head coach of club Lecce.
Quick Facts
- Born
- 8 September 1969
- Birthplace
- Pescara, Italy
- Height
- 1.78 m / 5 ft 10 in
- Position
- Midfielder
- Current club
- Lecce (head coach)
- Total caps
- 510
- Total goals
- 47
Lore & Background
Di Francesco made his international debut on 5 September 1998, under Dino Zoff, in a 2–0 victory over Wales in a UEFA Euro 2000 qualifying match.
Reader's Guide
Di Francesco was a midfielder who was capable of playing both in centre or on the wing, known in particular for his leadership, versatility, and stamina, as well as his runs up and down the flank.
Did You Know?
- Di Francesco made 12 official appearances for Italy between 1998 and 2000, and was called up a total of 16 times.
- He scored his only international goal in an unofficial friendly against the FIFA World Stars on 16 December 1998.
- He was named after the Portuguese football legend Eusébio.
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