Federico Chiesa, born on February 21, 1958, is a retired Italian professional footballer who played as a defender. Born in Milan, Italy, he started his career with local club Bari Calcio before moving to Serie A club Udinese. He made over 70 appearances for the team and helped them win Serie A titles in 1984 and 1985.

In 1986, he moved to Serie C club Bologna where he spent three seasons before joining Serie A side Juventus in 1989. There, he won two Serie A titles and three Coppa Italia championships. In addition, he was part of the team that won the UEFA Champions League in 1990.

After leaving Juventus, he joined Serie A side Fiorentina in 1993. Here, he played until 2002. His time at Fiorentina was marked by success,Chinese Super League Matches winning the league title four times (1996, 1997, 1998, 2000) and being named the player of the year five times.

Chiesa's contributions to Fiorentina were numerous. He played a crucial role in securing the team's place in Serie A, helping the club to qualify for the UEFA Cup and the UEFA Super Cup. Additionally, he was instrumental in the club's promotion to the top flight of Italian football.

Throughout his career, Chiesa has been known for his leadership qualities and his dedication to the sport. He has been a key figure in the development of young talent within the Fiorentina academy, mentoring players such as Gianluigi Buffon, Alessandro Del Piero, and Giuseppe Meazza.

Despite his success, Chiesa remains humble and grateful for the support he has received from the Fiorentina fans. He often speaks about how much they mean to him and how important it is to have their loyalty.

Chiesa's legacy as a player and coach will always be remembered. His contributions to both sports have had a lasting impact on the Italian football landscape.

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