The Ikon of football commentator Bruno Pizzul (1938-2025)!
Bruno Pizzul (1938-2025)
Known by many fans as the ‘voice of Italia 90’!
There are few journalists and commentators in the world as professional as Bruno Pizzul, an icon in this field, whose voice has remained deeply etched in the memory of all football fans not just in Italy but all around the world.
And yet he was not only a sports journalist, but also an inspiring figure for entire generations of fans who listened to him describing in detail the events of a football game through radio and television, transmitting endless emotions to all of us who grew up with his voice.
That, the tonality of Pizzul’s voice, had the ability to make even a person who wasn’t interested in sports at all contagious.
Bruno Pizzul
Bruno Pizzul, who really was the iconic voice of world football, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86, just three days before his birthday.
Born on March 8, 1938, in Udine, Pizzul initially pursued a career as a professional footballer, playing as a midfielder for clubs including Pro Gorizia, Catania, Ischia, and Cremonese during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
After earning a degree in law, Pizzul transitioned to journalism and joined RAI, Italy’s national public broadcasting company, in 1969, debuting as a sports commentator with the Coppa Italia match between Juventus and Bologna that same year.
In 1986, Pizzul would go on to become the principal commentator for the Italian national football team, a role he held until 2002, and 20 years later Pizzul was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic.
His tenure encompassed several FIFA World Cups and UEFA European Championships, making his voice synonymous with Italy’s footballing triumphs and tribulations during that period. His ability to convey the drama and emotion of the game resonated deeply with fans, solidifying his status as a beloved broadcaster.
March 5, 2025
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