Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Gianluca Vialli Biography and Timeline

Follow Gianluca Vialli through 4 dated historical records for Italy.

Gianluca Vialli, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

4Distinct records
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1992–2000Years on this page

1992

Transfer to Juventus

Forward · Turin · Sport / Football

After a spell with Sampdoria, Gianluca Vialli signs for Juventus. The Italy striker left Sampdoria for Juventus in a landmark deal between leading Serie A rivals.

1996

Vialli Champions League Winning Captain

Captain · Rome · Sport / Football

Captains Juventus as the club defeats Ajax on penalties to become European champions.

Transfer to Chelsea

Forward · London · Sport / Football

Gianluca Vialli leaves Juventus to take up a new playing role with Chelsea. Chelsea recruited the experienced Italian striker and future player-manager on a free transfer.

2000

Chelsea Trophy Campaign Completed by Vialli

Football Manager · Wembley · Sport / Football

The trophy goes to Chelsea as Vialli's side overcome Aston Villa by 1-0.

Records, sources and methodology

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