Rino Ferrario


Rino Ferrario was an Italian footballer who played as a midfielder.

Club career

A physical and dominant defensive midfielder, Ferrario became a starter at Juventus, winning the position from Carlo Parola. At Juventus he won two Serie A championships, the first in 1952 and the other in 1958 as well as one Coppa Italia before ending his career with cross-city rivals Torino at thirty-five years of age.

International career

Ferrario was one of five players selected to represent the Italian national team at the 1954 World Cup that did not see any action. A notable instance with the national team at Budapest was Ferrario's confrontation with Hungary's local hero Kocsis in a 1955 game where Italy lost 2–0 that nearly started a riot between the Italians and Magyars. For the 'Azzurri' he earned 10 caps between 1952 and 1958 and was known for his consistent performances. He was also a member of the Italian team that took part at the 1952 Summer Olympics.

Style of play

Nicknamed 'mobilia' for his rugby player-like physique, Ferrario was a powerful, dominant, and tenacious defensive midfielder, who was almost impossible to knock down, and difficult to get by. He was known for his competitive spirit, work-rate, and stamina, which enabled him to cover the pitch efficiently and win back possession. A decisive and consistent player, he would be frequently involved in crucial plays for his team.