Career
Throughout his career he played as a forward. A hard-working player, he was capable of playing as a striker and on the wing. He is mostly remembered for his time with.
Briaschi made his professional debut with during the 1975-1976 season, making 4 appearances in 2 seasons with the club
After an unproductive season on loan at Cagliari during the 1979-1980 season, he returned to for a season, scoring 11 goals in Serie B, which were however unable to help the club avoid relegation. In 1981, he subsequently moved to Serie A side Genoa for three seasons, scoring 29 goals, including 8 during his first season, and 12 during the 1983-1984 Serie A season.
Briaschi moved to during the 1984-1985 season, joining his former team-mate Rossi, where they attacking duo were supported by Michel Platini in the playmaking role. His chances were even more limited during his third season in Turin, and he eventually returned to Genoa in 1987.
After two seasons in Serie B, in December 1989 he moved to Serie C1 side Prato, ending his career in 1990.
Although he was never capped for Italy at senior level, Briaschi represented the Italy national under-21 football team on 4 occasions between 1978 and 1979. He also took part with Italy at the 1984 Summer Olympics, where the team finished in fourth place after reaching the semi-finals.