Aleandro Rosi
A versatile journeyman whose career spanned Italy's top flight, embodying the resilience of a modern squad player.
Born 1987 (age 39)·Italian footballer·Birthday: May 17·Millennials
Biography
Aleandro Rosi made his Serie A debut for Roma in 2006, the club of his hometown. He never secured a permanent starting role but carved out a lengthy career through versatility, playing anywhere on the right side from defense to midfield. Coaches valued his pace and willing work rate. He moved to Fiorentina, Genoa, and Cagliari, often on loan, living the life of a reliable rotational player in a demanding league. In his later years he continued playing in Italy's lower divisions, his experience providing ballast to ambitious squads.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Aleandro was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Aleandro Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Aleandro's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made over 100 Serie A appearances across his career for clubs like Roma, Fiorentina, and Genoa.
- Was part of the A.S. Roma squad that won the Coppa Italia in 2008.
- Earned a call-up to the Italian national team in 2010 under coach Cesare Prandelli.
Did You Know?
He is the younger brother of fellow professional footballer Federico Rosi.
Despite being a Roma youth product, he made his Serie A debut while on loan at Chievo Verona.
His versatility is highlighted by his official player listings, which have included right-back, right midfielder, and right winger.
“My job was to be ready, to fill the gap wherever the team needed me.”
