Biography
Giacomo Zappacosta, born on April 21, 1988, in Avezzano, Italy, is a professional footballer known for his versatility as a right-back and wing-back. Zappacosta began his youth career at the local club Avezzano before moving to the youth academy of Atalanta, where he developed his skills and made his professional debut in 2012. He garnered attention for his pace, defensive abilities, and capacity to contribute to attacking plays.
In 2016, Zappacosta secured a transfer to Serie A club Torino, where he gained significant recognition for his performances, eventually leading to a move to Chelsea in the English Premier League in 2017. During his time at Chelsea, he was part of the squad that won the FA Cup in 2018 and the UEFA Europa League in 2019, further establishing his reputation on the international stage. He later had loan spells at various clubs including Parma and Atalanta, where he continued to demonstrate his skills.
Internationally, Zappacosta has represented Italy at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2017. He was included in Italy's squad for the UEFA Euro 2020, contributing to the team's successful campaign that resulted in winning the tournament. Zappacosta's ability to perform in high-pressure situations has solidified his status as a respected player in both domestic and international football.