Tottenham boss Antonio Conte has spoken of the Italian identities who influenced his playing and coaching career.

Conte is now a member of the FIGC Hall of Fame, along with the likes of Giovanni Trapattoni, Carlo Ancelotti and Arrigo Sacchi.

“I had winning coaches like Trapattoni, Sacchi, Ancelotti and Dino Zoff," said Conte.

“At the same time, I worked with others who taught me a lot, like Mazzone and Eugenio Fascetti. They left a mark during the most important moment of my career, when I was a young footballer, using the carrot and stick. I'll forever thank them because I wouldn't be the person I am today without them."

Juventus great Andrea Pirlo has also been inducted into the Hall of Fame, joining Italian legends such as Gigi Buffon, Alessandro Nesta, Alessandro Del Piero and Lele Oriali.

“Pirlo is an exceptional person, it was a pleasure to be his coach when he left Milan and somebody thought that his career was over," said Conte.

“He was one of those who helped me the most to win the title at Juventus, along with Gigi Buffon and Alessandro Del Piero.

“I had a nice time with Nesta with the national team and was one of the finest Italian defenders ever.

“I met Oriali with the national team and then we worked together at Inter. He helped me so much, he is always an added value, he is a man who can be trusted, one who puts the team's interest ahead of his'.

“He is totally dedicated to the group; when we have a chance, we meet off the pitch also with our families."