Roberto Rosato
Italian footballer and World Cup champion
Born
1943
82 years ago
Died
June 20th, 2010
14 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Played as a defender primarily for A.C. Milan and the Italian national team. Contributed to A.C. Milan's success in the Serie A, winning multiple league titles. Part of the Italian squad that won the 1968 UEFA European Championship and the 1970 FIFA World Cup, reaching the finals. Retired from professional football in the early 1970s.
Won the 1970 FIFA World Cup with Italy
Secured the 1968 UEFA European Championship
Achieved multiple Serie A titles with A.C. Milan
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