1997
Nesta Develops into Lazio Captain
Alessandro Nesta's anticipation and composure establish him as the emerging leader of Lazio's defence ahead of the club's trophy-winning period.
Alessandro Nesta
Explore 6 football history records associated with Alessandro Nesta, arranged by year and event.
Historical events
1998
Captain Leads Lazio into UEFA Cup Final
Alessandro Nesta marshals Lazio's defence in the UEFA Cup final against Inter, an important European milestone despite the 3–0 defeat.
1999
European Super Cup Defensive Leadership
Alessandro Nesta captains Lazio's defence as the Italian side defeats Champions League holders Manchester United 1–0 to win the UEFA Super Cup.
2000
Lazio Captain Celebrates League and Cup Double
Alessandro Nesta leads the defence as Lazio win Serie A and the Coppa Italia in the same season, completing a historic domestic double.
2002
Transfer to AC Milan
After a spell with Lazio, Alessandro Nesta signs for AC Milan. Milan secured one of Italy's outstanding central defenders amid Lazio's financial difficulties.
2003
Champions League Winner
Alessandro Nesta helped neutralise Juventus's forwards over 120 scoreless minutes in the 2003 UEFA Champions League final, helping AC Milan win the competition.