This card from the 2000–01 Panini Calcio set features Italian defensive legend Fabio Cannavaro representing the Italian national team. Cannavaro is widely considered one of the greatest defenders in football history, known for his exceptional positioning, leadership, and defensive intelligence. His career highlights include captaining Italy to victory at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and winning the Ballon d'Or the same year — a rare achievement for a defender. Early Panini Calcio releases capture the golden era of Serie A and international football at the turn of the millennium, making cards of iconic players like Cannavaro especially attractive for collectors.
Card Details:
Set: 2000–01 Panini Calcio
Player: Fabio Cannavaro
Insert: Azzurri
Card Number: A2
Grading Company: AP Grading
Certification Number: 211074
Overall Grade: 9.0 (MINT)
Subgrades: Centering 9.5, Corners 9.0, Edges 9.5, Surface 8.5
Ideal For:
Fabio Cannavaro collectors, Italy national team fans, Serie A collectors, and collectors of classic Panini football cards from the early 2000s.
