Definition
Davide Bottone (born 5 July 1986) is an Italian former professional footballer who played as a central midfielder.
Overview
Bottone began his senior career with Torino FC, making his Serie A debut in the 2004–2005 season. Over his career, he featured for several Italian clubs, including Siena, Bologna, and Parma, as well as a stint abroad with Romanian side CS Pandurii Târgu Jiu. He amassed over 250 professional appearances across Italy’s top two divisions (Serie A and Serie B) and the Romanian Liga I. Bottone retired from professional football in the early 2020s and later pursued coaching qualifications.
Etymology/Origin
- Davide is the Italian form of the Hebrew name David, meaning “beloved.”
- Bottone is an Italian surname derived from the word “bottone,” meaning “button,” historically possibly indicating an occupational link to button‑making or a nickname.
Characteristics
- Position and Playing Style: Primarily deployed as a central or defensive midfielder, Bottone was noted for his tactical awareness, work rate, and ability to distribute the ball effectively. He contributed defensively with timely interceptions and was capable of supporting attacks with occasional long‑range passes.
- Career Highlights:
- Serie A debut with Torino in 2004.
- Part of Siena’s squad that achieved a stable mid‑table finish in the 2008–2009 Serie A season.
- Played 30 matches for Bologna in the 2011–2012 Serie B campaign, helping the club secure promotion to Serie A.
- Represented Italy at youth international level, earning caps for the Italy U‑20 team.
- Post‑Playing Activities: After retiring, Bottone has been involved in youth coaching and football development programs, focusing on midfield tactical training.
Related Topics
- Italian football league system (Serie A, Serie B)
- Torino FC, A.C. Siena, Bologna FC 1909, Parma Calcio 1913
- Italy national under‑20 football team
- Midfield roles in association football (central midfielder, defensive midfielder)