“He was going to play with his ex-teammate grandkids”- Fans bid an emotional farewell to Gianluigi Buffon after he announces retirement at 45
Fans on Twitter gave a tribute to the legendary goalkeeper who retired after a 28-year career.
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One of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, Gianluigi Buffon, has decided to hang up his gloves and end his legendary career. The 45-year-old Italian announced his retirement from professional football on Wednesday after playing for 28 years at the highest level.
Buffon bid farewell to his illustrious career that spanned over two decades. He won titles with Juventus, his childhood club Parma Calcio, and the Italian national team. He also made a heartfelt decision to end his contract with Parma, where he started his journey in football. His retirement left the football world in awe and admiration of his legacy.
Buffon’s retirement also holds historical significance, as he was the last active player from Italy’s World Cup-winning squad of 2006. He also captained the Italian side that reached the Euro 2012 final but fell short against Spain.
Football world bids farewell to legend Gianluigi Buffon
The soccer world is in awe of Gianluigi Buffon. The legendary goalkeeper received an outpouring of love and respect from fans on social media. Many used hashtags like #GOATGoalkeeper, #Buffon and #Legend to celebrate his remarkable career and recall his amazing saves.
Buffon’s retirement news sparked a wave of emotions and admiration among his supporters on Twitter. #GrazieBuffon and #LegendBuffon were trending topics. One fan called him the best goalkeeper of all time, without a doubt. Another wrote, “Happy Retirement, Champion.”
Here are some of the reactions from Twitter:
As Gianluigi Buffon is leaving the football world, his legacy as an ace goalkeeper will forever be remembered for his unparalleled contribution and love for the game, both on and off the pitch. His retirement marks an end of an era, but his name will go on for ages as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the game’s history.
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