Gianni Rivera

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Giovanni "Gianni" Rivera (Italian pronunciation: [ˈdʒanni riˈvɛːra]; born 18 August 1943) is an Italian politician and former footballer who played as an attacking midfielder for clubs Alessandria and AC Milan. Dubbed Italy's "Golden Boy" by the media, he played the majority of his club career with Italian side AC Milan, after beginning his career with hometown club Alessandria in 1959. After joining Milan in 1960, he enjoyed a highly successful career in domestic and European football, winning two European Cups, three Serie A titles and four Coppa Italia titles, among several other trophies, and also serving as the team's captain for twelve seasons.