10 Facts About Pasquale Bruno

Pasquale Bruno was born on 19 June 1962 and is an Italian football commentator and former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Pasquale Bruno is remembered for being one of the toughest players in the history of Italian football.

Pasquale Bruno started his career with his home-town side US Lecce in 1979.

In 1990 Pasquale Bruno joined Juve's fierce cross-city rivals Torino; despite initially being disliked by the fans, due to his past with Torino's bitter rivals Juventus, he soon became a club favourite, due to his tenacious, determined style of play, and due to his dedication and leadership.

Pasquale Bruno left Italy in the summer of 1995, eventually joining Scottish side Hearts in November.

Pasquale Bruno spent two seasons with the Edinburgh club, helping them to reach the 1996 Scottish Cup Final and the 1996 Scottish League Cup Final, both of which were lost to Rangers.

Pasquale Bruno left for English club Wigan in 1997 but only played 45 minutes for the Lancashire side.

Pasquale Bruno made one appearance for Cowdenbeath in 1998 under Craig Levein before retiring.

Pasquale Bruno was nicknamed the "animal" throughout his career by former Juventus president Gianni Agnelli and former Juventus team-mate Roberto Tricella, due to his physical, tenacious style of play, as well as his tendency to commit violent, and often, illegal challenges.

Pasquale Bruno kicked Baggio down when he was away from the ball, and Baggio subsequently retaliated, resulting in both players being sent-off and receiving a two-match suspension.