Serie A: Napoli mourn loss of legend Antonio Juliano at 80

Napoli are in mourning following the death of their icon Antonio Juliano who has passed away at the age of 80.

The former playmaker, renowned for his technical abilities and leadership, left a long-lasting impression during his tenure with the Partenopei from 1962 to 1978.

According to Football Italia, Juliano’s impact extended beyond his 500-plus appearances for Napoli, as he also showed great commitment and talent during his time.

His contributions yielded silverware, including a Coppa Italia, an Anglo-Italian League Cup, and a Coppa delle Alpi.

The midfielder also earned 18 caps from 1966 to 1974 for the Italian national team.

His international career included victories in the 1968 European Championship and a runner-up finish in the 1970 World Cup.

At post-retirement, Juliano continued his association with Napoli, transitioning into a management role as a sporting director.

His decisions in the transfer market brought stars like Ruud Krol and the legendary Diego Maradona to the club.