Sandro Salvadore (; 29 November 1939 – 4 January 2007) was an Italian

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who played as a defender for Italian clubs

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and Juventus throughout his career, winning titles at both clubs. He also represented the Italy national team, participating in the

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, and two

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s, and was also a member of the team that won the

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International career

From 1960 to 1970 Salvadore won 36 full caps for

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at international level. He was part of the teams that played both at the

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and 1966 FIFA World Cups (the latter as captain).

Style of play

Salvadore usually played as a libero, although he was also capable of playing in other defensive positions, including as a centre-back. He is considered to be one of the greatest Italian defenders of all time.

Honours

Milan *

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: 1958–59, 1961–62 Juventus *

: 1966–67, 1971–72 *

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: 1964–65 Italy *

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1968 The year was highlighted by protests and other unrests that occurred worldwide. Events January–February * January 5 – " Prague Spring": Alexander Dubček is chosen as leader of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia. * Janu ...

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Salvadore, Sandro 1939 births 2007 deaths Footballers from Milan Italian footballers Italy international footballers 1962 FIFA World Cup players 1966 FIFA World Cup players UEFA Euro 1968 players UEFA European Championship-winning players A.C. Milan players Juventus F.C. players Serie A players Footballers at the 1960 Summer Olympics Olympic footballers of Italy Association football defenders