About
Alessandro Altobelli is a former professional Italian footballer who played as a forward and won the 1982 World Cup with Italy. Nicknamed "Spillo," he was a prolific goalscorer and regarded as one of the greatest and most effective Italian strikers of the late 1970s and 1980s. Altobelli holds the record as the all-time top scorer in the Coppa Italia with 56 goals and ranks as the ninth-highest scoring Italian player in all competitions, with nearly 300 career goals.
Career Timeline
Brescia Debut
Begins his professional career with Brescia.
Inter Milan Signing
Transfers to Inter Milan, a major career advancement.
World Cup Winner
Wins the World Cup with Italy, enhancing his fame.
Coppa Italia Top Scorer
Establishes record as all time top scorer.
Juventus Move
Signs with Juventus.
Retirement from Football
Officially retires from playing football.
Italian Legend
Remembered as one of Italy's great strikers and a World Cup hero.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026