Riccardo Carapellese 1922 – 1995

Biography

Riccardo Carapellese was born on July 1, 1922, in Cerignola, a town in the Puglia region of southern Italy. He came of age during a transformative period in Italian sports, when football was establishing itself as a central passion across the nation. From his early years in this vibrant region, Carapellese pursued a career in football, the sport that would define much of his life.

Throughout his career as a footballer, Carapellese became part of Italy’s rich sporting heritage during the early-to-mid twentieth century. He dedicated himself to the game during an era when Italian football was developing its distinctive style and growing international recognition. His contributions to the sport reflected the dedication and skill characteristic of players of his generation.

Riccardo Carapellese spent his later years in Rapallo, a picturesque coastal town on the Italian Riviera. He passed away there on October 20, 1995, at the age of seventy-three, leaving behind a legacy connected to Italian football history. His life spanned most of the twentieth century, encompassing years of significant change in both sports and Italian society.