Tommaso Bellazzini
A creative and versatile Italian midfielder known for his technical skill and vision on the pitch, carving out a steady career in the lower tiers of Italian football.
Born 1987 (age 39)·Italian footballer·Birthday: December 23·Millennials
Biography
Born in 1987, Tommaso Bellazzini's football journey is one of persistence within the intricate ecosystem of Italian calcio. Unlike many of his peers who chased the bright lights of Serie A, Bellazzini's career has been defined by his consistent contributions to clubs in Serie C and lower. Operating primarily as an attacking midfielder or winger, his game was built on a foundation of clever passing, spatial awareness, and a reliable left foot. He spent formative years at clubs like Poggibonsi and Prato, becoming a familiar and respected figure in the regional leagues of Tuscany. His move to Aglianese represented a later chapter where his experience provided crucial guidance in the squad. While his name never graced the top flight, Bellazzini embodies the vast network of highly skilled professionals who form the essential, often unseen, backbone of Italian football culture.
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.
Tommaso 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 Tommaso 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
Tommaso'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 career appearances in the Italian Serie C league.
- Served as a key creative midfielder for multiple clubs in Italy's Lega Pro and Serie D.
- Played a significant role in Aglianese's midfield during his stint with the club.
Did You Know?
He shares a birth year with several other notable international athletes like rugby player Owen Franks.
His professional career has been spent entirely within the Italian football league system.
He has played for several clubs based in the Tuscany region of Italy.
“My job is to be reliable, to be there for the team, always.”
