SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

MATTIA DE SCIGLIO
MATTIA DE SCIGLIO
MATTIA DE SCIGLIO
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Number
#2
Nationality
Italy
Team
ITALY (World Cup 94)
Coach
GIAMPIERO VENTURA
Position
LB (Left Back)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
2 2 2 3 2 3 0 14 1.1 £1.3M

Name: Mattia De Sciglio

Full name: Mattia De Sciglio

Date of birth: October 20, 1992

Place of birth: Milan, Italy

Nationality: Italian

Primary position: Defender — primarily right-back; can also play left-back and as a wing-back

Current club (as of most recent seasons): Genoa CFC (signed January 2023) — note: club affiliations may have changed since the last update

Notable former clubs:

  • AC Milan (youth system and senior team; breakthrough and early career)
  • Juventus (2017–2022)
  • Lyon (loan, 2021–2022)
  • Genoa CFC (2023– )

Italy national team:

  • Made senior debut for Italy in 2013.
  • Represented Italy at UEFA Euro 2016 and other international fixtures.
  • Part of Italy squads across multiple qualifying campaigns and friendlies; accumulated multiple caps (several dozen appearances).

Playing style and strengths:

  • Defensive solidity and tactical discipline common to Italian full-backs.
  • Versatility to play on either flank.
  • Good positioning and game reading; reliable in one-on-one defensive situations.
  • Capable of supporting attacking phases with overlapping runs and crosses when required.

Honours (selected):

  • With Juventus: Serie A titles and domestic cups during his spell (multiple Scudetti across 2017–2022 period).
  • With Italy: Participated in major tournaments; team success in various qualifying campaigns.

Additional notes: De Sciglio came through AC Milan’s youth academy, earning recognition for maturity and defensive reliability from a young age. Injuries at times affected his continuity, but he remained a valued squad member at club and international level. For the most up-to-date club status, appearance counts and honours, consult current club sources or a live sports database.