Torino’s history is defined by Il Grande Torino, the dominant side lost in the Superga tragedy, and by the heroes who followed. These are the ten greatest of the Granata.

1. 1

   Valentino Mazzola

   Torino · Italy

   The captain and soul of Il Grande Torino, one of the finest players Italy has produced.

2. 2

   Paolo Pulici

   Torino · Italy

   The club’s record goalscorer and a hero of the 1976 Scudetto.

3. 3

   Gigi Meroni

   Torino · Italy

   The Butterfly, a gifted, free-spirited winger tragically lost at his peak.

4. 4

   Giorgio Ferrini

   Torino · Italy

   The club’s record appearance-maker and a one-club captain of great loyalty.

5. 5

   Claudio Sala

   Torino · Italy

   The elegant playmaker who orchestrated the 1976 title-winning team.

6. 6

   Francesco Graziani

   Torino · Italy

   A powerful, prolific striker of the 1976 Scudetto and a World Cup winner.

7. 7

   Ezio Loik

   Torino · Italy

   A dynamic, goalscoring midfielder of the great Grande Torino side.

8. 8

   Guglielmo Gabetto

   Torino · Italy

   The Baron, a stylish and prolific forward of the champions of the 1940s.

9. 9

   Mario Rigamonti

   Torino · Italy

   A commanding centre-half and pillar of the invincible Grande Torino.

10. 10

    Aldo Agroppi

    Torino · Italy

    A combative, influential midfielder of the strong 1970s teams.

A LeaguePaper editorial ranking — opinion, offered for argument.