The Cult of Calcio
23 Nov 1996: Fabrizio Ravanelli of Middlesbrough celebrates scoring in his usual style during the FA Carling Premier league match between Middlesbrough and Manchester United at the Riverside stadium in Teeside. The match ended in a 2-2 draw. Mandatory Credit: Ben Radford/Allsport
The Premier League has long been a melting pot of international talent, with stars from around the globe leaving their mark on England’s top flight. Among these, a select few Italians have managed one of football’s most impressive feats, scoring a hat-trick. Across the league’s history, only four Italian players have achieved this milestone. Here’s a look back at their memorable treble-scoring…