His free - kick technique influenced several other players , such as Alessandro Del Piero and Andrea Pirlo .
Due to his excellent technique , he was a precise volleyer and a set piece specialist , renowned for his accurate bending shots and free - kicks .
volleyer 's free - kick technique influenced several other players , such as Alessandro Del Piero and Andrea Pirlo .
Due to his excellent technique , he was a precise volleyer and a set piece specialist , renowned for his accurate bending shots and free - kicks .