Alessandro Nesta
In 1994, Zeman left Foggia for the greater challenge of Lazio, bringing the "Biancocelesti" to a 2nd and a 3rd place, before being fired in January 1997. He is credited with launching the career of Alessandro Nesta whilst managing Lazio, giving the young defender many first team opportunities. In the next season, Zeman decided to stay in Rome, becoming the coach of A.S. Roma and the burgeoning talent of Francesco Totti.