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Gianluigi Buffon

goalkeeper28.01.1978 (46 years)height 192weight 84nationality Italy

30 May 2023

Finished

Cagliari

Parma

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'Nothing physical nor athletic for nine months': Gianluigi Buffon opens up on his health

'Nothing physical nor athletic for nine months': Gianluigi Buffon opens up on his health

Gianluigi Buffon recently shared insights about his life after retiring from professional football. The 46-year-old goalkeeper retired at the end of last season, concluding his remarkable 29-year career.

26 days ago

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'He always scored against me': Gianluigi Buffon names attacker who caused him the most pain

'He always scored against me': Gianluigi Buffon names attacker who caused him the most pain

Gianluigi Buffon names Cristiano Ronaldo above the attacker who caused him the most pain.Buffon told The BSMT: "In our time, Cristiano Ronaldo.

2 months ago

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Gianluigi Buffon bursts into tears as 30,000 people gather to pay respect to the nation's greatest goalscorer Gigi Riva

Gianluigi Buffon bursts into tears as 30,000 people gather to pay respect to the nation's greatest goalscorer Gigi Riva

Gianluigi Buffon couldn't hold back his tears as he paid his respects at the funeral of Italian legend Gigi Riva on Wednesday. Riva, who passed away at 79 on Monday, was honoured by 30,000 people in Cagliari just two days later.

3 months ago

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'Goalkeepers have become bigger': Buffon calls for revolutionary change in football

'Goalkeepers have become bigger': Buffon calls for revolutionary change in football

Gianluigi Buffon has proposed a revolutionary idea to football authorities - enlarging goal size. He pointed out that the current goalpost dimensions were established in 1863 by the English FA, with subsequent adjustments in 1866 and 1875.

3 months ago

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Buffon suggests one global change in football that would help Lewandowski and Felix

Buffon suggests one global change in football that would help Lewandowski and Felix

Gianluigi Buffon has actually suggested..

3 months ago

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'She's proof aliens exist': Buffon's wife asks Jose Mourinho about aliens - fails big time!

'She's proof aliens exist': Buffon's wife asks Jose Mourinho about aliens - fails big time!

One of the most bizarre interviews in Jose Mourinho's entire life must be his live chat at the FIFA Best Awards 2019.The former Chelsea boss was at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, shortly after he had been sacked by Man United.

5 months ago

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Gianluigi Buffon retires from football – Fabrizio Romano

Gianluigi Buffon retires from football – Fabrizio Romano

Gianluigi Buffon has decided to retire from football, reports Fabrizio Romano.It will be official in the coming days.

8 months ago

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'He was a jaw-dropping player': Gianluigi Buffon named the toughest striker he faced

'He was a jaw-dropping player': Gianluigi Buffon named the toughest striker he faced

Gianluigi Buffon, the legendary Italian goalkeeper, has revealed that Brazilian striker Ronaldo caused him the most trouble throughout his playing career.Buffon had the opportunity to face Ronaldo on the field during his time at Inter and AC Milan, as Buffon represented both Parma and Juventus.

10 months ago

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic asked to name his all-time teammates XI

Zlatan Ibrahimovic asked to name his all-time teammates XI

Zlatan Ibrahimovic recently announced his retirement at the age of 41. Following AC Milan's final match of the season, Ibrahimovic decided to hang up his boots and take time to reflect on his accomplishments.

10 months ago

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'Messi is more complete': When Gianluigi Buffon compared Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

'Messi is more complete': When Gianluigi Buffon compared Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

Five years ago Gianluigi Buffon claimed that Lionel Messi was a more complete player compared to his former teammate, Cristiano Ronaldo.The two have dominated the world of football for more than 15 years.

11 months ago

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'I won a World Cup and 10 titles - but losing €10million was biggest mistake of my life': Buffon says he regrets about Juventus return

'I won a World Cup and 10 titles - but losing €10million was biggest mistake of my life': Buffon says he regrets about Juventus return

Gianluigi Buffon has revealed that missing out on £8.8 million is the "biggest mistake of his life".

1 year ago

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Ramsdale names two goalkeeping legends who inspired him as a kid - one is a World Cup winner

Ramsdale names two goalkeeping legends who inspired him as a kid - one is a World Cup winner

Aaron Rasmdale says he was inspired by goalkeeping legends Jussi Jaaskelainen and Gianluigi Buffon during his early days.Jaaskelainen was Bolton’s number-one stopper throughout Aaron’s time at the club.

1 year ago

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Buffon names Chelsea legend as 'one of the best ever'

Buffon names Chelsea legend as 'one of the best ever'

Gianluigi Buffon was asked about the greatest goalkeepers he has ever lined up against and the veteran named Petr Cech alongside him as one of the GOATs.“I don’t like these things.

1 year ago

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'Didn’t the journalists notice?': Gianluigi Buffon disappointed at missing Ballon d'Or 2003

'Didn’t the journalists notice?': Gianluigi Buffon disappointed at missing Ballon d'Or 2003

Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon has finally opened up on missing the Ballon d'Or award in 2003, despite enjoying one of his best seasons. Quoted by Football Italia, Buffon said in an interview: "There’s not always logic.

1 year ago

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Salah names 4 best goalkeepers he's ever faced, snubs Ederson

Salah names 4 best goalkeepers he's ever faced, snubs Ederson

"I can't decide on one so I'm going to give you four," Mo Salah said when asked to name the best goalkeeper he's ever played against, as quoted by the Mirror."Casillas, Buffon, Alisson, Neuer.

2 years ago

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Gianluigi Buffon signs new contract extension with Parma at age 44

Gianluigi Buffon signs new contract extension with Parma at age 44

Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has agreed fresh contract extension terms with Serie B side Parma, the club has confirmed.The 44-year-old has signed a new two-year extension which mean he could play until he is 46 before this deal expires.

2 years ago

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Buffon sets unique clean sheet record at the age of 44

Buffon sets unique clean sheet record at the age of 44

Gianluigi Buffon has become the first goalkeeper in recorded history to reach 500 clean sheets.The 44-year-old turns out for Parma in Serie B.

2 years ago

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Gianluigi Buffon becomes first goalkeeper in history to keep 500 clean sheets

Gianluigi Buffon becomes first goalkeeper in history to keep 500 clean sheets

Gianluigi Buffon has set the record for becoming the first goalkeeper in recorded history to keep 500 clean sheets for club and country.The 44-year-old Italian managed to get that record in Parma’s 0-0 draw against Benevento in Serie B on Saturday.

2 years ago

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Liverpool GK coach Achterberg explains what Alisson should do to stay world-class in 8 or 9 years

Liverpool GK coach Achterberg explains what Alisson should do to stay world-class in 8 or 9 years

"You see Manuel Neuer still going at the top level and he’s nearly 36," Liverpool goalkeeping coach John Achterberg told the Athletic when asked about Alisson. "Samir Handanovic is still playing regularly for Inter Milan at 37.

2 years ago

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'Clearly it's not Cristiano's fault': Gianluigi Buffon clarifies his explosive Ronaldo comments

'Clearly it's not Cristiano's fault': Gianluigi Buffon clarifies his explosive Ronaldo comments

Last month, Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo's arrival made the Serie A giants 'lose their DNA'.Reflecting on his comments, the goalkeeper told Corriere della Sera: "I said that a certain DNA had been lost with him because I think so, and on deeper reflection I can say that clearly it's not Cristiano's fault.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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Biography

Buffon: 'Juventus lost team DNA with Ronaldo'

Buffon: 'Juventus lost team DNA with Ronaldo'

"Juventus had the chance to win the Champions League the first year he arrived, which was the year I was at Paris Saint-Germain, and I couldn’t figure out what happened," Gianluigi Buffon told TUDN of Cristiano Ronaldo, as quoted by the Metro."When I returned, I worked with Ronaldo for two years and we did well together, but I think Juventus lost that DNA of being a team.

2 years ago

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United 'willing' to pay Haaland's release clause next summer & 3 more big stories you might've missed

United 'willing' to pay Haaland's release clause next summer & 3 more big stories you might've missed

United 'willing' to pay Haaland's release clause next summerAs per Bild, Man United will compete with man City and Real Madrid who are also prepared to meet the €75m release clause in Erling Haaland's contract with Borussia Dortmund.Sevilla willing to rival Barcelona for CavaniMundo Deportivo claims that Sevilla head coach Julen Lopetegui has already talked with the Uruguayan's agent.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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Buffon: Cristiano Ronaldo made Juventus lose their DNA

Buffon: Cristiano Ronaldo made Juventus lose their DNA

"When I was at Paris Saint-Germain [2018-2019], I saw that Juventus could have won the Champions League. But then they were eliminated by Ajax and I couldn't explain it to myself," Gianluigi Buffon has told TUDN.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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'Respect the goals': Ex-Italy forward Antonio Cassano reveals fiery text from Ronaldo after Ballon d'Or 2021

'Respect the goals': Ex-Italy forward Antonio Cassano reveals fiery text from Ronaldo after Ballon d'Or 2021

Former Italy striker Antonio Cassano has been outspoken about his dislike for Cristiano Ronaldo in the past. After Lionel Messi won his seventh Ballon d'Or, Cassano spoke about how he deserved it over Ronaldo.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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'I'd just say, be like Messi': Cassano reveals Ronaldo wrote him angry messages asking for respect

'I'd just say, be like Messi': Cassano reveals Ronaldo wrote him angry messages asking for respect

Back when Cristiano Ronaldo played for Juventus, former Italy star Antonio Cassano said that the Portuguese 'only cares if he scores'.There was a rumour that Ronaldo got Cassano's number just to say that he scored 750 career goals while Antonio only had 150.

2 years ago

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Ancelotti compares Courtois to Neuer and Buffon after Bilbao win

Ancelotti compares Courtois to Neuer and Buffon after Bilbao win

"Courtois the best goalkeeper? I managed many elite goalkeepers as Iker, Buffon, Neuer. Courtois is one of the best, surely.

2 years ago

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Giorgio Chiellini: 'When you lose a champion like Cristiano, you can't replace them'

Giorgio Chiellini: 'When you lose a champion like Cristiano, you can't replace them'

Speaking to L'Equipe, Juventus centre-back Giorgio Chiellini said: "Is it difficult to turn the page? We have to find other balances, but in football we don't have a lot of time."You play every three days, then you go to the national team, so during the ten-day breaks the players are not there.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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Maurizio Sarri banned for 2 Lazio games for 'threatening words' and 'blasphemous expressions'

Maurizio Sarri banned for 2 Lazio games for 'threatening words' and 'blasphemous expressions'

Former Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri was given a two-game ban for his conduct during the match between his Lazio side and AC Milan.Sarri was sent off in the final minutes of the game after an on-pitch row with Alexis Saelemaekers, while Zlatan Ibrahimovic was forced to act as a peacemaker.

2 years ago

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Gianluigi Buffon breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial Juventus exit

Gianluigi Buffon breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial Juventus exit

Speaking to RAI Sport, Italy and Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon said: "I don’t think the fans should be surprised. Cristiano Ronaldo has the reputation of a great professional who rightly thinks about himself a lot.

Manchester United

2 years ago

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Superman returns. 43-year-old Gianluigi Buffon pulls off a miracle save for Parma

Superman returns. 43-year-old Gianluigi Buffon pulls off a miracle save for Parma

Gianluigi Buffon is already impressing in his return to childhood club Parma and pulled off an amazing save during their pre-season friendly against Sassuolo.During the game, Sassuolo looked guaranteed to score a goal when a perfect pass was played to a forward inside the box.

2 years ago

'I'm a Madrid fan but I used to applaud Messi's genius': 6 truly controversial takes from Madridistas

'I'm a Madrid fan but I used to applaud Messi's genius': 6 truly controversial takes from Madridistas

The Real Madrid fans can be quite neutral at times, it turns out. Here are Tribuna.

2 years ago

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Robert Lewandowski interested in Real Madrid & 3 more big stories you might've missed

Robert Lewandowski interested in Real Madrid & 3 more big stories you might've missed

Robert Lewandowski interested in moving to Real MadridBayern Munich prolific finisher Robert Lewandowski is eyeing a move to Real Madrid, according to a Spanish source. PSG to offer Kylian Mbappe bumber new salaryParis Saint-Germain will try to tempt Kylian Mbappe into a new deal by offering an eye-watering new salary.

2 years ago

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'Casillas is not a goalkeeper for Madrid. I would sign Buffon': new parts of Perez 2006 audio leaked

'Casillas is not a goalkeeper for Madrid. I would sign Buffon': new parts of Perez 2006 audio leaked

New juicy parts from Florentino Perez's interview to El Confidencial from back in 2006 have been leaked. The Real Madrid president attack on club legend Iker Casillas continues.

2 years ago

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Gianluigi Buffon reveals he had '2 big offers from Champions League teams' before Parma return, Barca said to be one of them

Gianluigi Buffon reveals he had '2 big offers from Champions League teams' before Parma return, Barca said to be one of them

"I had two big offers, but I didn't want to be a substitute again, I was tired of being the second choice," Gianluigi Buffon said during his unveiling as a Parma player on Wednesday, as quoted by Sport."I did it at Juve because of the link I have with the club, but to be honest I didn't want to do it again, not like the last two years.

2 years ago

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OFFICIAL: 43-year-old Gianluigi Buffon signs for Parma, 26 years after making debut for the club

OFFICIAL: 43-year-old Gianluigi Buffon signs for Parma, 26 years after making debut for the club

Gianluigi Buffon has completed an astonishing return to Serie B side Parma – 26 years after making his professional debut for the Italian side.He has signed a 2-year deal with the club and will aim to help them get promoted into Serie A next season.

2 years ago

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Zidane calls reporter out, Ronaldo's Coca-Cola incident & more: 7 big things in world football you can't miss

Zidane calls reporter out, Ronaldo's Coca-Cola incident & more: 7 big things in world football you can't miss

Eriksen sends message after suffering horrific cardiac arrestChristian Eriksen insists that he 'feels better' after suffering a cardiac arrest in Denmark's game against Finland on Saturday and that he wants to understand why it happened.Zidane threatens reporter after 'stupid' questionZinedine Zidane lost his temper after being asked about leaving Real Madrid in a bad way repeatedly and urged the journalist to 'come and talk without the cameras'.

2 years ago

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'A superb player': Kylian Mbappe names 1 Chelsea player next to 2 legends whose interview he'd love to read

'A superb player': Kylian Mbappe names 1 Chelsea player next to 2 legends whose interview he'd love to read

Speaking in an interview with France Football, PSG attacker Kylian Mbappe was asked at the end which three interviews he’d next like to read in the magazine.He replied: "Gigi (Buffon) because I would like to know what he is going to do next; Messi, because he does not speak much, so we would discover things.

2 years ago

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Kylian Mbappe states one reason why he'll love to read a Messi interview

Kylian Mbappe states one reason why he'll love to read a Messi interview

Kylian Mbappe was a guest of France Football this week with the PSG forward granting an interview to the magazine.At the end of the interview, Mbappe was asked which three interviews he'd like to read next in the magazine.

2 years ago

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‘You scored vs San Marino, genius’. Andrea Pirlo’s girlfriend publicly slams Juve star Bernardeschi

‘You scored vs San Marino, genius’. Andrea Pirlo’s girlfriend publicly slams Juve star Bernardeschi

"When on the pitch you show a millionth of what the real champions have done ..

2 years ago

‘We heard you’re looking for a challenge’. 3 European clubs interested in Gianluigi Buffon have been revealed

‘We heard you’re looking for a challenge’. 3 European clubs interested in Gianluigi Buffon have been revealed

Gianluigi Buffon has confirmed that he will be leaving Juventus at the end of 2020/21 season when his contract expires.However, 43-year-old is not thinking about hanging up his gloves just yet and wants to continue playing football for a top-tier European side.

2 years ago

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