14 Facts About Daniele Bonera

Daniele Bonera played a total of 72 games in his three seasons with Brescia.

Daniele Bonera slotted in well at centre back, becoming one of Milan's better players.

Daniele Bonera slotted in well, playing much better in that position than when he first joined Milan.

When Nesta found himself on the treatment table coach Leonardo chose Daniele Bonera to fill in for him in central defence.

On 23 May 2013, amid speculation of a move to Juventus, Daniele Bonera signed a new contract with Milan until 30 June 2015.

Daniele Bonera was confirmed following the appointment of Stefano Pioli as new head coach.

In November 2020, after both Pioli and assistant Giacomo Murelli were diagnosed positive for COVID-19, Daniele Bonera acted as interim head coach for the club on a temporary basis.

Daniele Bonera was dismissed from his role on 24 February 2025, leaving the team deep in the relegation zone.

At youth level, Daniele Bonera was capped for both the 2002 and 2004 UEFA European Under-21 Championships.

Daniele Bonera was capped 34 times at U-21 international level.

Daniele Bonera has been capped 16 times for the Italian senior team between 2001 and 2008.

Daniele Bonera was called up to 2006 FIFA World Cup squad as one of the four emergency reserve players, but after Gianluca Zambrotta was confirmed to be fit, Bonera was excluded from the final 23-man squad and sent home.

Usually deployed as a centre-back, in his prime, Daniele Bonera was known for his pace, physical strength, and versatility as a defender, and was capable of playing as a full back on either side of the pitch.

Daniele Bonera has one child with his wife, a daughter, Talita Daniele Bonera.