Fabio Cannavaro Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, Net Worth, Teams Coached and Height

Fabio Cannavaro Biography

Fabio Cannavaro is an Italian former professional footballer who was born in Naples, Italy. He is the manager of the Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande. He played as a defender for which he is considered as one of the best of all time.

Cannavaro’s career kicked off at Napoli then for seven years, he was a part of Parma, with whom he won two Coppa Italia titles, the 1999 Supercoppa Italiana, and the 1999 UEFA Cup. He also spent his career time at Internazionale and Juventus. In 2006, he moved from Juventus to Real Madrid where he won consecutive La Liga titles in 2007 and 2008.

For the 2009-2010 season, Cannavaro returned to Juventus before joining Al-Ahli in Dubai, where he retired from football in 2011 after an injury-troubled season. He then became a member of the coaching staff of Al-Ahli after his retirement, notably as a global ambassador and technical director from 2011 to 2013, and as an assistant coach from 2013 to 2014.

Cannavaro was appointed as the head coach of Guangzhou Evergrande, a Chinese club, in November 2014. He also signed a contract on 9 June 2016 with second-tier Chinese club Tianjin Quanjian as its manager but after one year he returned to Guangzhou Evergrande.

He has also been a part of Italy’s football success, has been part of the team that won consecutive UEFA European Under-21 Championships in 1994 and 1996. Cannavaro earned his first senior cap in 1997 and helped his national team to the final of UEFA Euro 2000, was named in the team of the tournament, and became a captain in 2002, following Paolo Maldini’s retirement.

Cannavaro became the most capped player in his country’s history in 2009 after overtaking Maldini’s record. After Italy failed to qualify for the knockout stages of the 2010 World Cup, Cannavaro retired from international football on 25th June 2010. He had 136 caps and 2 goals for the senior national team by the time of his retirement.

In summary, Cannavaro has represented Italy in four World Cups, two UEFA European Championships, the 1996 Summer Olympics, and the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup. Currently, he is Italy’s second all-time appearance holder, behind Gianluigi Buffon. Cannavaro was on the six-man shortlist for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year in the year 2007.

Fabio Cannavaro Age

Cannavaro is 47 years old as of 2020, he was born on 13 September 1973 in Naples, Italy.  He celebrates his birthday on September 13 every and his birth sign is Virgo.

Fabio Cannavaro Height

Cannavaro stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches.

Fabio Cannavaro Weight

Cannavaro has a weight of 75 kg.

Fabio Cannavaro Education

Cannavaro’s education details are not clear to the public. We are keeping tabs, and we shall update this section as soon as the information is available.

Fabio Cannavaro Family

Cannavaro was born and raised by his parents Gelsomina Costanzo (mother) and Pasquale Cannavaro in Naples (father). His mother served as a maid while his father was a bank clerk as well as played football for provincial side Giugliano.

He has two siblings, an older sister named Renata Cannavaro, who was married at the age of 15, and a younger brother, Paolo, a former professional footballer who currently serves as a member of Guangzhou Evergrande’s coaching staff under the direction of  Fabio, his older brother. The two played alongside each other at Parma from 2000 until 2002, when Fabio left for Inter. Fabio Cannavaro with his brother Paolo Cannavaro.

Fabio Cannavaro Wife

Cannavaro is married to Daniela Arenoso. The couple married on 17 June 1996 and together has three children known as Christian, Martina, and Andrea.

Fabio Cannavaro Net Worth

Cannavaro has an estimated net worth of $45 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a footballer. Through his various sources of income, Fabio has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Fabio Cannavaro Measurements and Facts Fabio Cannavaro

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Fabio Cannavaro.

Fabio Cannavaro Wiki

• Full Names: Fabio Cannavaro
• Popular As: Italian former professional footballer
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Footballer
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Fabio Cannavaro Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 47 years old as of 2020
• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Date of Birth: 13 September 1973
• Place of Birth: Naples, Italy.
• Birthday: September 13

Fabio Cannavaro Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 9 inches
• Weight: 75 kg
• Eye Color: Blue
• Hair Color: Dark Brown
• Shoe Size: Not Available

Fabio Cannavaro Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Pasquale Cannavaro
• Mother: Gelsomina Costanzo
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Renata Cannavaro and Paolo Cannavaro
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse: Married to Daniela Arenoso
• Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
• Children:  Sons (Christian, Martina, and Andrea.) Daughter(s) (Not available)

Fabio Cannavaro Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $45 million dollars
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Footballer

Fabio Cannavaro House and Cars

• Place of living: Italy
• Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Fabio Cannavaro Real Madrid

Cannavaro was signed by Real Madrid for a fee of €7 million. He was given the number 5 shirt which had previously been worn by former Madrid player and French international Zinedine Zidane. At Madrid, he spent three seasons and won the Liga title in 2006–07 and 2007–08, was named the 2006 FIFA World Player of the Year, and also won the 2006 Ballon d’Or. He was also elected as part of the 2006 and the 2007 FIFPro World XI squads, and the 2006 UEFA Team of the Year. In 2007, Cannavaro was named in the six-man shortlist for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year.

His decline began to be evident during his final seasons in Madrid, especially during the 2008–09 season. He was often seen struggling when faced with pacy opponents such as Lionel Messi and Fernando Torres due to his advanced age, leading to Real Madrid conceding any number of goals. It was confirmed that he would return to Juventus for the 2009–10 season at the conclusion of his contract.

Following this 19th May 2009 announcement, he received a standing ovation from the fans on his final match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. In April 2013, Cannavaro was named by Marca as a member of the “Best foreign eleven in Real Madrid’s history”.

Fabio Cannavaro Number

Cannavaro was signed by Real Madrid for a fee of €7 million. He was given the number 5 shirt which had previously been worn by former Madrid player and French international Zinedine Zidane.

Fabio Cannavaro 2006

In 2006, Cannavaro moved from Juventus to Real Madrid where he won consecutive La Liga titles in 2007 and 2008. He also led his national team to victory in the year 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany for which he was given the nickname “Il Muro di Berlino” (“The Berlin Wall”) by the Italian supporters due to his defensive performances, which saw Italy keep five clean sheets and concede only two goals, neither of which were in open play. He also received the Silver Ball award after being named the tournament’s second-best player.

Cannavaro has also won the year 2006 Ballon d’Or award after being named the FIFA World Player of the Year. This made him the only defender to win the award in a decade and only the third of all time after Franz Beckenbauer and Matthias Sammer, both of Germany.

Fabio Cannavaro Ballon D’or

Cannavaro has also won the year 2006 Ballon d’Or award after being named the FIFA World Player of the Year.

Fabio Cannavaro Juventus

Cannavaro also spent his career time at Internazionale and Juventus. In 2006, he moved from Juventus to Real Madrid where he won consecutive La Liga titles in 2007 and 2008.

For the 2009-2010 season, Cannavaro returned to Juventus before joining Al-Ahli in Dubai, where he retired from football in 2011 after an injury-troubled season.

Fabio Cannavaro Napoli

Cannavaro began his career at Napoli then for seven years, he was a part of Parma, with whom he won two Coppa Italia titles, the 1999 Supercoppa Italiana, and the 1999 UEFA Cup.

Fabio Cannavaro Parma

In the summer of the year 1995, Cannavaro was sold to Parma and he became a regular in the first team in his first season. He had 29 appearances in the league and scored once. He also went on to win trophies with the club as well as achieve several personal accomplishments, such as being named the team’s captain.

It was also in Parma that he met Gianluigi Buffon and Lilian Thuram, who would not only form one of the tightest defensive units of Europe with Cannavaro but would also become some of his closest friends in football.

It was at Parma that he began to obtain success. However, Parma were eliminated in the second round of the Coppa Italia during Cannavaro’s first season, but they also finished in sixth place in Serie A that season, qualifying for the UEFA Cup. The club also reached the quarter-finals of the 1995–96 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup that season. Parma finished the 1996–97 Serie A season as runners-up to Serie A champions Juventus, allowing them to qualify for the UEFA Champions League the following season.

During his fourth season with the club, Cannavaro won his only European trophy, the UEFA Cup, as well as winning the Coppa Italia. They finished the Serie A season in fourth place, one point from Fiorentina in the third-place spot.

His brother, Paolo Cannavaro, joined the team the following season and the two brothers were able to play alongside each other for the next two seasons. His first Supercoppa Italiana title he won against Serie A champions Milan and Parma finished the Serie A season in fourth place, tied with Internazionale for the final remaining Champions League spot. They failed to qualify for the Champions League group stage as they lost 3–1 to Inter in the Serie A Champions League playoff match. They began in the third and final qualifying round of the Champions League and were eliminated by the Rangers. They were however knocked out in the round of 16 of both the UEFA Cup and the Coppa Italia that season.

Cannavaro aided in leading Parma to another Coppa Italia Final in the 2000–01 season, in which they were defeated by Fiorentina. In the same season, they were eliminated in the third round of the UEFA Cup. Parma also finished the season in fourth place for the third consecutive season, which allowed them to go through to the Champions League qualifying round, although Parma were ultimately unable to qualify.

He also managed to win his second Coppa Italia title, over Juventus, whilst Parma were eliminated in the round of 16 of the UEFA Cup and finished the Serie A season in tenth place in his final season. He began to earn call-ups to the national team’s senior squad due to his performances for Parma as of 1997. He made over 250 appearances in all competitions for Parma and scored five goals.

Fabio Cannavaro Tattoo

Fabio has a big portrait of a Japanese samurai warrior inked on the right bicep. Meaning: Japanese samurai is chosen by the people to reflect the personality traits of the samurai warrior i.e. courageousness, strength as well as power. Fabio got this tattoo inked to reflect his qualities of strength as well as courage.

Fabio Cannavaro Teams Coached

• China national football team
• Association football manager, 2019–2019
• Guangzhou F.C.

• Association football manager, since 2017
• Tianjin Quanjian F.C.
• Association football manager, 2016–2017

• Guangzhou F.C.
• Association football manager, 2014–2015

Frequently Asked Questions About Fabio Cannavaro

Who is Fabio Cannavaro?

Fabio Cannavaro is a former professional footballer who was born in Naples, Italy. He is the manager of the Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande. He played as a defender for which he is considered as one of the best of all time.

How old is Fabio Cannavaro?

Cannavaro is an Italian national born on 13 September 1973 in Naples, Italy.

How tall is Fabio Cannavaro?

Cannavaro stands at a height of 1.75 m.

Is Fabio Cannavaro married?

Yes, Cannavaro is married to Daniela Arenoso. They got married on 17 June 1996 and together they have three children.

How much is Fabio Cannavaro worth?

Cannavaro has an approximate net worth of $45 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the sports industry.

Where does Fabio Cannavaro live?

Because of personal reasons, Cannavaro has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Fabio Cannavaro dead or alive?

Cannavaro is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Fabio Cannavaro Now?

Former footballer: Fabio is pursuing his career in football. He is currently the manager of Guangzhou F.C.

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