Mark Tullio Strukelj


Mark Tullio Strukelj is a retired Italian professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

Early life

Strukelj's parents emigrated from Trieste to Australia before settling in England, where he was born. He was born to Italian father and English mother.

Career

Strukelj played one season in the Serie A for A.S. Roma, winning the Coppa Italia. He also came on as a substitute with 5 minutes to go in extra time in the 1984 European Cup Final against Liverpool F.C., a club of which he is a fan; Roma lost in the subsequent penalty shoot-out.
His career was hampered by the chronic injury of his ankle that forced him to retire at the age of 30.

Personal life

His son Kevin Strukelj is also a professional footballer.

Honours

Roma