Roberto Rosato

Italian footballer and World Cup champion

Roberto Rosato - Italian footballer and World Cup champion
Born

1943
82 years ago

Died

June 20th, 2010
15 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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