US EditionSoccer Legend Gianfranco Zola Is a Cart Driver for Team Europe at the 2025 Ryder Cup
Zola supports Europe’s Ryder Cup team by driving vice captain Francesco Molinari’s buggy and advising on managing hostile crowds during intense competition, officials said.
- Gianfranco Zola is part of Europe’s Ryder Cup team as a designated driver for vice captain Francesco Molinari at Bethpage Black in New York.
- Zola, a former Chelsea star, brings experience from football to help deal with challenging crowds during the tournament.
- The atmosphere is expected to be lively with strong home support, which Zola acknowledges as needing a protective mindset.
- Zola has been out of football management since 2019 and is a keen golfer scheduled to compete at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship the following week.
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Former Chelsea star Gianfranco Zola is a surprise member of Europe's Ryder Cup backroom team.
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