Francesco Toldo
Italian football goalkeeper, Euro 2000 runner-up
Born
December 2nd, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A professional football goalkeeper, played primarily for Fiorentina and Inter Milan. Contributed significantly to team successes during tenures. Instrumental in helping Inter Milan secure multiple Serie A titles and the UEFA Champions League trophy in 2010. Represented the Italian national team, earning numerous caps, and participated in the UEFA Euro 2000, where Italy finished as the runner-up. Retired from professional football in 2008.
Won Serie A titles with Inter Milan
Runner-up in UEFA Euro 2000 with Italy
Secured UEFA Champions League title in 2010
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