Raffaele Costantino (; 14 June 1907 – 3 June 1991) was an Italian footballer from Bari, Apulia who played as a forward. At club level, he played for hometown side AS Bari, where he is remembered in high regard; he also played for a period of time at Roma.
Costantino earned the distinction of being the first ever Serie B player to be called up to the Italy national football team in 1930; he also scored in that game. Altogether, he appeared for the national side twenty-three times and scored eight goals. He was also one of 9 players being part of both the 1927–30 Central European International Cup, the 1931-32 Central European International Cup & the 1933–35 Central European International Cup successful campaigns.
By the time he retired in 1939, Costantino was the all-time top scorer for Bari; today, he is 5th in the club's all-time scoring records.SoloBari.it
He manager Bari on several occasions as well as several other clubs.
Honours Club Bari Serie B: 1934–35
International Italy Central European International Cup: 1927–30, 1933–35; Runner-up: 1931–32
References
External links
Italian Football Federation Profile