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Subscribe to RSS FeedMauro Bergamasco
Date of birth: 01/05/1979
Position: Openside flanker
Test caps: 57
Test Debut: Netherlands, 1998
Test Points: 55
Current Club: Stade Francais
Strengths: Bergamasco's all-action style has made him a crowd favourite at the Stadio Flamini. Former England coach Dick Best summed it up best by saying: "He is an exceptional talent: he is fast, he can kick, pass, sidestep and on top of that he can do all the duties of a modern flanker." Enough said.
Weaknesses: Although he is one of the Azzurri's few truly world-class players, Bergamasco has been criticised for failing to anticipate play as well as a flanker ought to.
Likely headlines: The Jewel in Italy's crown
Did you know? Mauro Bergamasco father Arturo and brother Mirco have also played international rugby for the Italy. He is nicknamed 'gioiellino' (the jewel) because he made his international debut before playing for his club side Petrarca.
