The son of Albino Maldini, a sailor, and Maria Vodeb, Cesare Maldini was born in Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. His family was of Slovenian descent. He married Maria Luisa (Marisa; née Mazzucchelli, … See more

A commanding, elegant, and respected defender, with good physical attributes, excellent technique, passing range, and an ability to set the … See more

From a tactical standpoint, Maldini was known for his cautious, traditional, pragmatic, and conservative approach as a manager. A … See more

After the 2002 World Cup, Maldini returned to AC Milan as a talent scout for the Rossoneri. He also later worked as a sports analyst for … See more

Maldini began his playing career with local side Triestina, in 1952, and made his Serie A debut in his first season with the club, on 24 May 1953, in a … See more

At international level Maldini earned 14 caps for the Italy national football team between 1960 and 1963, also serving as the national team's captain between 1962 and 1963, but was … See more

Early career
After retiring from playing Maldini became a coach, starting his career as an assistant manager for Nereo Rocco at Milan in 1970, and later also coached the team between 1972 and 1974, while Rocco served as the club's … See more