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Farewell to Italy's World Cup Hero 'Toto' Schillaci. Italian football legend Salvatore Schillaci has passed away at the age of 59. Schillaci was the top scorer at the 1990 World Cup, securing six goals and earning the Golden Boot. He also received the Golden Ball, recognised as the tournament’s best player, cementing his hero status. ”We immediately fell in love with Toto. His desire, his story, his being so wonderfully passionate, and it showed in every game he played." Juventus / Statement. Diagnosed with colon cancer in 2022, Schillaci battled the illness for nearly two years. ”A football icon is leaving us, a man who has entered the hearts of Italians and sports fans around the world." Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni. Schillaci earned 16 caps for Italy, scoring seven goals, and played for prominent clubs like Juventus and Inter Milan. ”His face was a symbol of shared joy and will forever remain a common heritage of Italian football." President of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), Gabriele Gravina. Schillaci’s legacy lives on, inspiring young footballers chasing their dreams in Serie A and beyond. A Legend Remembered.
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