Paolo Rossi
Italian footballer and World Cup champion
Born
Died
2020
6 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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