Anyone who's seen Andrea Pirlo play knows he's more than just a highlight-reel player. That being said, he's still got plenty of those.
We scoured YouTube for some of the best clips of New York City FC's newest Designated Player, and we found plenty of mouthwatering ones from a distinguished 20-year career that has seen him win nearly every trophy out there, including six Serie A titles, two Champions Leagues trophies and, of course, the 2006 World Cup.
Be forewarned – the music on most of these is exactly what you'd expect from a YouTube soccer highlight reel.
His best goals (shocker – most are free kicks, and I don't think a single one was from inside the 18-yard box):
This one captures the essence of Pirlo like no other. The smooth jazz, sipping an espresso in the garden, a little wine tasting, and some amazing soccer skills:
Some highlights of the skill he's possibly most known for, playmaking:
The through ball at 0:33. Just. Stop.
That time when he pretty much carried Italy to the Euro 2012 final (with a little help from Mario Balotelli and more smooth jazz accompaniment):
And though he became a superstar and a legend at Milan, fans who are new to the game will know him for his most recent four seasons at Juventus. Here's some of his best stuff for the Old Lady:
