February 2, 2026 Athletes

Nicolas Giani Italian football/soccer player dead at age 39

Nicolas Giani

Nicolas Giani, an Italian professional footballer who played as a centre-back, died on February 2, 2026.

Born on March 13, 1986, he began his career at Inter Milan. In August 2005, he was loaned to Serie B club Cremonese before returning to Inter and appearing in the 2006 Torneo di Viareggio.

He later played two Serie C1 seasons for Pro Patria, joined Vicenza in a joint-ownership deal in July 2008, and was signed by Perugia on a temporary deal on January 23, 2013.

Nicolas Devis Giani (13 March 1986 – 2 February 2026) was an Italian professional footballer who played as a centre-back.

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