Nancy Dell’Olio pays tribute to ‘ex-husband’ Sven-Goran Eriksson
The pair were in a relationship from 1998 to 2007 but were not previously thought to have been married.
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Your support makes all the difference.Italian lawyer Nancy Dell’Olio has paid tribute to her “ex-husband” Sven-Goran Eriksson after he died at the age of 76.
The 63-year-old, who was in a relationship with the Swedish football manager from 1998 to 2007, said she chose to “remember the good times” despite their relationship having its “ups and downs”.
The pair’s relationship received a huge amount of press attention while Eriksson was England manager, and made headlines when the Swede had affairs with TV personality Ulrika Jonsson and Football Association secretary Faria Alam.
In a post on Instagram, Dell’Olio described Eriksson as her “ex-husband” though the pair had not previously been thought to have been married.
She said: “It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my ex-husband, Sven.
“Though our relationship had its ups and downs, I choose to remember the good times we shared and the moments that brought joy to our lives.
“I will always hold onto those cherished memories and extend my deepest condolences to his family, as well as his beloved children, Lina and Johan.
“When you love someone, that love never truly fades. Rest in peace, Sven. You will be missed.”
Eriksson revealed earlier this year that he had pancreatic cancer, and died on Monday surrounded by his family.
During his career, Eriksson managed the England national team for 67 matches from 2001 to 2006.
He also won the 1982 UEFA Cup with IFK Gothenburg, making them the first Swedish club to win a European trophy, and led Italian team Lazio to a Serie A and cup double, as well as the European Cup Winners’ Cup.