Juventus fans celebrate Del Piero’s birthday with tributes in Turin derby

Alessandro Del Piero turns 50 today, and Juventus fans celebrated the ex-striker’s birthday with several chants during the Turin derby, including ‘There is only one captain.’

Juventus and Italy legend Del Piero turns 50 today, and Bianconeri fans didn’t forget about their idol in a Derby della Mole at the Allianz Stadium.

Fans in the Curva Sud paid tribute to the former striker in the second half with three chants.

Juventus fans celebrate Del Piero’s birthday with tributes in Turin derby

The first was ‘Happy Birthday Alex Del Piero, while the second and third were the classic ‘Alessandro Del Piero olé’ and ‘C’è solo un capitano’, which means ‘There is only one captain.’

Del Piero became Juventus’ best scorer and the player with the most appearances at the club during his 19-year stay in Turin.

He left the Allianz Stadium at the end of his contract in 2012.

The 2006 Italy World Cup winner has recently spoken about a possible return to the club, saying that he will “never” ruin his relationship with the Old Lady regardless of what will happen in the future.

Football Italia is among the accredited media at the Allianz Stadium this evening. You can follow live updates on our Live Blog.