Signed Photo Arrigo Sacchi – Italy National Team Euro 1996 with Del Piero – COA

Autographed photograph of Arrigo Sacchi at Euro 1996 with Alessandro Del Piero

An autographed photograph of rare historical and emotional value: Arrigo Sacchi portrayed on the sidelines during the 1996 European Championship in England, captured in a moment of intense technical excitement, while a very young Alessandro Del Piero, wearing the Italian national team jersey, appears on the Azzurri bench. The clear, highly impactful shot crystallizes a fundamental passage in contemporary Italian football, with the generational transition between the great Milan of the Immortals coached by Sacchi and the emerging star of Juventus and the National team. Its dimensions of 24.5 x 20 cm make it an ideal piece for framing. Arrigo Sacchi's original autograph is placed with a gold marker in the lower part of the photograph and bears the precious inscription "Europeo 96", making the memento even more contextualized and relevant for collectors. Excellent condition, impeccable preservation.

The protagonist: Arrigo Sacchi

Arrigo Sacchi (Fusignano, April 1, 1946) is universally recognized as one of the greatest coaches in the history of world football. Leading AC Milan from 1987 to 1991, he built the team of the Immortals, winning one Scudetto, two consecutive European Cups (1989 and 1990), two UEFA Super Cups, and two Intercontinental Cups, revolutionizing international football with full-field pressing, zonal marking, and departmental play. From 1991 to 1996, he was the coach of the Italian National team, leading the Azzurri to the 1994 USA World Cup final, lost on penalties against Brazil, and guiding Italy at Euro 1996, his last major competition on the Azzurri bench. In 2007, The Times named him the best Italian coach of all time, and in 2011, he was inducted into the Italian Football Hall of Fame. In 2019, France Football ranked him third among the fifty best coaches of all time.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

Every MTM autograph is accompanied free of charge by the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA), a document issued by our experts that declares the origin and veracity of the autograph based on our direct knowledge. For additional internationally recognized protection, the COA Certificate of Authenticity can be purchased separately, issued exclusively by independent third-party certification bodies among the most authoritative in the world in the collecting sector (PSA, JSA, Beckett, Epperson, Autograph COA or Associazione Autografia).

What is an original autographed photograph?

An original autographed photograph is a unique piece where the protagonist's signature has been directly placed on the photographic print in certified presence, without intermediaries. It clearly distinguishes itself from printed reproductions or facsimiles by verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the surface, the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. In addition to these visual elements, the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) is provided free of charge, with the option to add the COA for internationally recognized protection. The collectible value of a certified autographed photograph grows over time in relation to the signer's career, historical relevance, and popularity, making it a tangible investment as well as a memento of great sentimental value.

Authenticity and MTM guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian benchmark for demanding collectors of authentic sports memorabilia. Each piece is selected with rigorous quality and provenance criteria by our experts. The originality of the support is directly guaranteed by MTM, while the origin and veracity of the autograph are declared by the MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) included free of charge. Every shipment is made with rigid, shockproof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transport. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours of payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.