Giuseppe Massa

Giuseppe Massa (26 April 1948 in Naples – 17 October 2017 in Naples) was an Italian professional footballer who played as a forward or midfielder.

Playing career Massa began his youth career with Flegrea, before joining local side Internapoli in 1965, whose home stadium was the Stadio Arturo Collana in the Vomero region of Naples. His performances caught the attention of Lazio, and he subsequently joined the club in 1966, remaining with the team until 1972, scoring 31 goals in 137 appearances and forming a notable offensive partnership with striker Giorgio Chinaglia, playing in a creative role; together, they helped the club obtain promotion to Serie A during the 1971–72 season, while Chinaglia finished the season as the league's top-scorer, largely thanks to Massa's assists.

Managerial career As a manager, Massa worked as a coach in the Napoli youth system.

Personal life Giuseppe Massa's daughter, Azzurra, is also a footballer, who currently plays for Carpisa Yamamy. His son, Maurizio, died in 2004 from a rare blood disease.

Death Massa died on 17 October 2017, at the age of 69.

Honours Lazio Serie B: 1968–69. Coppa delle Alpi winner: 1971.

Napoli Coppa Italia winner: 1975–76. Anglo-Italian League Cup winner: 1976.