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Paolo Rossi (Italian pronunciation: [ˈpaːolo ˈrossi]; 23 September 1956 – 9 December 2020) was an Italian professional footballer who played as a forward. He led Italy to the 1982 FIFA World Cup title, scoring six goals to win the Golden Boot as top goalscorer, and the Golden Ball for the player of the tournament.
Dec 10, 2020 · Italy's 1982 World Cup hero Paolo Rossi, who finished top scorer at the tournament and got the opening goal in the final, has died aged 64.
Dec 10, 2020 · The former Italian footballer, who scored a hat-trick against Brazil in the 1982 World Cup, passed away after a long illness, his family says. Rossi was also a prolific goalscorer for Vicenza, Juventus, Milan and the national team.
Dec 10, 2020 · The former striker, who led Italy to the title and won the FIFA player of the year award, passed away after a long illness. He was a sportscaster and a legend of Italian soccer, remembered by his teammates and fans.
Dec 10, 2020 · The former Juventus and AC Milan striker scored six goals as Italy won their third World Cup title in Spain. He also won the Ballon d'Or in 1982 and was a pundit for RAI Sport until his death.
Dec 10, 2020 · A tribute to Paolo Rossi, the legendary striker who won the 1982 World Cup with Italy and scored 44 goals for Juventus. Learn about his career, his style, his achievements and his legacy.
Dec 10, 2020 · Rossi was the top scorer and the best player of the 1982 World Cup, where he led Italy to their third title. He also played for Juventus, AC Milan and the national team, and won the Ballon d'Or in 1982.
