Paolo Rossi

Italian footballer and World Cup champion

Paolo Rossi - Italian footballer and World Cup champion
Born

September 23rd, 1956
69 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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A prolific footballer, played as a forward. Gained prominence during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Achieved international recognition during the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain, where he led Italy to victory. Scored six goals in the tournament, including a crucial hat-trick against Brazil in the quarter-finals. Played for clubs such as Vicenza, Juventus, and Milan, contributing to domestic and international successes. His achievements earned him the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer and the Ballon d'Or in 1982.

Won the 1982 FIFA World Cup with Italy

Scored six goals in the 1982 World Cup

Won the Ballon d'Or in 1982

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