Antonio Cabrini (born 8 October 1957) is an Italian former professional footballer who played primarily as a left-back. He came to prominence at club level with Juventus and was a long-serving member of the Italy national team, including the squad that won the 1982 FIFA World Cup (national team profile).
Playing style and characteristics
Cabrini was known for combining defensive duties with an attacking instinct typical of the modern full-back. He contributed with overlapping runs, accurate crosses, set-piece delivery and occasional goals. Comfortable on the left flank, he blended stamina, technical skill and tactical awareness to support both defence and attack.
Club career and achievements
Most of Cabrini's club career and his greatest successes came at Juventus, where he featured in domestic league campaigns and European competitions. With the club he won multiple major honours, playing alongside several notable teammates and under high-profile managers. For a concise club summary see the club profile.
International career
At international level Cabrini was a regular selection for Italy during the late 1970s and 1980s. He is widely remembered for his participation in Italy's 1982 World Cup triumph and for contributing experience and attacking width from the full-back position. More on his international record is available at the international statistics page.
After retiring from playing, Cabrini remained involved in football in various capacities, including coaching and public appearances. His career left a lasting influence on the role of the offensive full-back in Italian football and on generations of defenders who followed.
- Position: left-back with attacking responsibilities
- Highlight: member of Italy's 1982 World Cup winning team
- Club prominence: key figure at Juventus during a successful era
- Legacy: regarded as a model of the modern overlapping full-back