Mariano Dalla Libera (born 30 October 1964) is an Italian former professional footballer who played as a forward. His career, which spanned from the early 1980s to the late 1990s, was characterized by appearances in Italy's top two professional divisions, Serie A and Serie B.
Born in Borgoricco, Italy, Dalla Libera began his professional career with Atalanta, making his debut during the 1983–1984 season. Standing at 1.88 meters (approximately 6 feet 2 inches), he was noted for his physical presence and aerial ability, often serving as a target man in offensive formations.
Throughout his career, Dalla Libera moved frequently between clubs, a common practice in Italian football during that era. Following his time at Atalanta, he played for several teams including Reggiana, Arezzo, Brescia, Padova, Cremonese, and Torino. One of his most statistically significant periods occurred at Lucchese and later at Cosenza, where he maintained a consistent role in the starting lineup.
He concluded his professional playing career in the late 1990s after stints with clubs such as Atletico Catania and Vigevano. Following his retirement from active play, Dalla Libera has occasionally been involved in youth coaching and local football initiatives in Italy. His professional legacy is defined by his longevity in the Italian league system and his contributions as a traditional center-forward.