About
Claudio Ranieri is a retired Italian professional football manager and former player. Born in 1951, he last served as the senior advisor for Serie A club Roma. Ranieri is best known for his managerial role at Leicester City, where he led the team to an improbable Premier League title win in the 2015–16 season. This achievement is widely considered one of the greatest upsets in sports history, solidifying his legacy as a tactically astute and inspirational leader.
Career Timeline
Cagliari Manager
Ranieri begins managing Cagliari.
Chelsea Manager
Ranieri becomes the manager of Chelsea.
Valencia Title
Ranieri wins the UEFA Super Cup with Valencia.
Leicester City Appointment
Ranieri is appointed as the manager of Leicester City.
Premier League Title
Ranieri leads Leicester City to an unprecedented Premier League title.
Sacked from Leicester
Ranieri is sacked from Leicester City after a poor run of form.
Senior Advisor Roma
Appointed Senior Advisor at Roma after managing Cagliari.
Senior Advisor Roma
Ranieri remains a respected football manager.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026