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Insigne honors Vialli on birthday following Sampdoria transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Insigne honors Vialli on birthday following Sampdoria transfer

Summary

Lorenzo Insigne paid tribute to Gianluca Vialli on social media, honoring the Sampdoria legend on what would have been his birthday. Insigne recently joined Sampdoria from Napoli, expressing his connection to the club’s storied history and the legacy Vialli left behind. Vialli, who passed away in January 2023, is remembered for his pivotal role in leading Sampdoria to their historic Scudetto in the 1990/91 season. Insigne emphasized the values of courage and love for the club embodied by Vialli. The tribute comes as Insigne embarks on his journey with Sampdoria in Serie B.

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By the Numbers

•Insigne joined Sampdoria after leaving Napoli.
•Insigne honored Vialli on his birthday via social media.
•Vialli is a key figure in Sampdoria’s history.
•Vialli's death in January 2023 deeply affected the football community.
•Insigne aims to build on Vialli’s legacy at Sampdoria.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Insigne pays tribute to Sampdoria legend Vialli: ‘Your example will live on’

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Lorenzo Insigne has paid an emotional tribute to Sampdoria icon Gianluca Vialli, days after completing his move to the Serie B club.Taking to social media on what would have been Vialli’s birthday, ...
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