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Ottavio Bianchi Era

The architect of Napoli's golden age.

Ottavio Bianchi managed Napoli after his stints at Parma and Lazio, leading the club to its first league title in 1987 and the 1987 Coppa Italia.

Quick Facts

Role
Head Coach
League
Serie A
Affiliation
SSC Napoli
Status
Historical Tenure

Lore & Background

Bianchi took charge of Napoli following the arrival of Diego Maradona in 1984. Under his management, Napoli won their first two Serie A titles (1987 and 1990), the 1987 Coppa Italia, the 1990 Supercoppa Italiana, and the 1989 UEFA Cup.

Reader's Guide

Bianchi's Napoli era is remembered for the club's first Scudetto and European success, built around Maradona's brilliance.

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