Gabriel Batistuta
Argentinian footballer, World Cup star
A prominent footballer, recognized for contributions to the sport, particularly during the 1990s and early 2000s. Played as a striker for River Plate, Fiorentina, and Roma. Achieved significant success with Fiorentina, leading the team to promotion and winning the Coppa Italia. Represented Argentina in three FIFA World Cups from 1994 to 2002. Scored a notable hat-trick against Yugoslavia in the 1998 World Cup. Retired as Argentina's all-time leading goal scorer at the time, a record subsequent to his retirement was surpassed.
Winning the Coppa Italia with Fiorentina
Scoring a hat-trick in the 1998 World Cup
Contributing to Argentina's Copa America victory in 1991 and 1993
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