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Elisa Giordano

b. 1990

Italian rugby union player and occupational therapist

Rugby union player Occupational therapist
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About Elisa Giordano

Born 1990. Elisa Giordano is an Italian rugby union player and occupational therapist.

Elisa Giordano (born 27 July 1990) is an Italian rugby union player. She plays in the Back row for Italy internationally and at club level for Valsugana. She captained Italy at the delayed 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

Rugby career Coming from various sporting experiences including basketball and handball, Giordano came to rugby at the age of 19 and entered the women's team of Valsugana in Padua, the city where she began her university studies.

In November 2011, she made her international debut for the Italian national team in Nice against France. On 11 August 2025, she was named in the Italian side to the Women's Rugby World Cup in England.

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Important facts

Born
1 November 1990, Mirano
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Rugby union player, occupational therapist
Nationality
Italy
Education
University of Padua
Awards
Medal for athletic prowess

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Elisa Giordano?

Italian rugby union player and occupational therapist

When was Elisa Giordano born?

Elisa Giordano was born on 1 November 1990 in Mirano.

What is Elisa Giordano's occupation?

Elisa Giordano is a rugby union player and occupational therapist.

What nationality is Elisa Giordano?

Elisa Giordano is Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Elisa Giordano

· Wikidata: Q51133653

· DBpedia: Elisa Giordano

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