Rivera Honoured for Milan European Success
Gianni Rivera receives the 1969 Ballon d’Or after guiding AC Milan’s attack during a European Cup-winning season, with his precise distribution and awareness defining the side’s creative play.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Gianni Rivera Biography and Timeline
Follow Gianni Rivera through 2 dated historical records for Italy.
Gianni Rivera, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
2Distinct records
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1969–1970Years on this page
1969
1970
Game of the Century Winner
Scores Italy's decisive extra-time goal in the 4-3 semi-final victory over West Germany.
Records, sources and methodology
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