Ciro Muro (9 March 1964) is an Italian football manager and former footballer who played as a midfielder.
Early life Muro is a native of Naples, Italy.
Career Muro started his career with Italian Serie A side Napoli, later helping the club win the 1986–87 Coppa Italia (scoring a goal in 3–0 victory over Atalanta in the first leg of the final) and the 1986–87 Serie A title (scoring one goal in 11 appearances, which came in a 3–0 win over Ascoli on 11 January 1987).
Style of play Muro was considered to be a highly talented and promising player in his youth, with good technique and free kick-taking abilities; he often served as a back-up to Diego Maradona at Napoli, and was even nicknamed "Murodona" by the club's fans. However, his performances declined as his career progressed.
Personal life Muro is the son of a gardener.
Honours Napoli Serie A: 1986–87 Coppa Italia: 1986–87
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