 Francesconi with Sampdoria, c. 1967 | |||
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 19 November 1944 | ||
| Place of birth | Russi, Italy | ||
| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1962–1963 | Como | 8 | (1) |
| 1963–1966 | Roma | 61 | (10) |
| 1966–1971 | Sampdoria | 108 | (33) |
| 1971–1973 | Catania | 66 | (20) |
| 1973–1976 | Reggiana | 96 | (14) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
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