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| Name: Giuseppe Rossi |
| Birthdate:
01-02-1987 |
| Age:
38 |
| Birthplace:
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA |
| Height:
5' 10" (1.78m) |
| Weight:
11st 3lbs (71.2kg) |
| Years at Club:
2004-2007 |
| Signing Info:
Transferred from: AC Parma, 07/2004, £ |
| Previous Clubs:
AC Parma, Newcastle United (loan), AC Parma (loan) |
| Debut:
10/11/2004 v Crystal Palace (H) 2-0 (League Cup 4th Round) |
| Farewell:
Transferred to Villarreal, 03/08/2007, £6m |
| Passed Away:
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Biography
Giuseppe Rossi, born on February 1, 1987, in Teaneck, New Jersey, is a retired professional footballer known for his prolific career as a forward. Despite being born in the United States, Rossi chose to represent Italy at the international level, honouring his Italian heritage.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Rossi's passion for football was evident from a young age. At 12, he moved to Italy to join the youth ranks of Parma. His exceptional talent caught the attention of Manchester United, leading to his signing at the age of 17 in 2004. During his tenure with the Red Devils, Rossi made 14 first-team appearances and scored four goals. He also had loan spells with Newcastle United and Parma, gaining valuable experience in both the English Premier League and Serie A. In 2007, Rossi transferred to Villarreal in Spain's La Liga, where he truly made his mark. Over six seasons, he became the club's all-time leading scorer with 54 goals, showcasing his clinical finishing and on-field intelligence. His success in Spain paved the way for a move to Fiorentina in 2013. Despite facing multiple injury setbacks, Rossi demonstrated resilience and determination, contributing significantly whenever he was on the pitch.
International Career
Opting to play for Italy, Rossi earned 30 caps and netted seven goals for the Azzurri between 2008 and 2014. He was part of Italy's squad for the 2008 Summer Olympics, where he emerged as the tournament's top scorer, winning the Golden Boot with four goals. His international career highlighted his versatility and commitment to the sport.
Later Career and Retirement
After his stints in Europe, Rossi returned to the United States in 2020, signing with Real Salt Lake in Major League Soccer. He later joined SPAL in Italy before announcing his retirement from professional football in 2023. Throughout his career, Rossi was lauded for his technical prowess, vision, and goal-scoring abilities.
Post-Retirement and Legacy
In October 2024, Rossi founded the Giuseppe Rossi Academy, focusing on nurturing young talent and promoting football development. The academy also became the official shirt sponsor for Kick4Life's men's team for the 2025-2026 season, reflecting Rossi's commitment to giving back to the community. To honour his illustrious career, a farewell match is scheduled at Florence's Stadio Artemio Franchi on March 22, 2025. The event will feature football legends, including Sir Alex Ferguson, who will return to the dugout to coach one of the teams, underscoring the profound respect and admiration Rossi commands in the football world.
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FA Cup |
Charity Shield |
European Cup |
Europa League |
Super Cup |
Cup Winners Cup |
Inter-cont Cup |
World Clubs Cup |
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Goals |
Season
Apps |
| 1. |
2004-2005 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
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2005-2006 |
1 |
5 |
1 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
12 |
| TOTALS |
1 |
5 |
1 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
14 |
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