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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand admits he ‘got emotional’ when he bumped into Roberto Baggio last week: ‘It was too much…’ Former England international Ferdinand was in Italy last week, when he attended the Derby della Madonnina between Inter and Milan at San Siro.

Napoli News / Football Italia / November 23

Christmas Gift Ideas – Football Memorabilia

While the internet is lit up by the black Friday deals, there has never been a better time to scour sports memorabilia retailers for bargains. That hallowed signed Roberto Baggio Jersey, signed football boots, or for a more modest price, a signed photo of your favourite player.

Napoli News / Football Italia / October 22

Boban disagrees with Conte after Napoli’s 6-2 loss and makes Baggio-De Bruyne comparison

Milan legend Zvonimir Boban argues that the new Napoli signings have ‘nothing to do’ with a 6-2 loss against PSV and suggests that Kevin De Bruyne should

Bologna News / Football Italia / July 9

Signori passes on Baggio advice to Immobile and Bernardeschi

Beppe Signori recalls Roberto Baggio’s advice, with Ciro Immobile and Federico Bernardeschi set to join Bologna: ‘It’s the ideal place.’ Signori moved to the Stadio Dall’Ara in 1998 to replace Baggio who had spent one season at the club before joining Inter.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 30

Baggio ‘wanted to die’ after Italy 1994 World Cup penalty miss

Italy legend Roberto Baggio admits he ‘wanted to die’ after missing a decisive penalty kick in the 1994 World Cup Final against Brazil: ‘If I had had a knife, I would have stabbed myself.’ Baggio spoke about the 1994 World Cup in his latest interview with The Athletic, in which he also discussed his life after retirement.

Inter Miami News / Football Italia / June 17

Messi overjoyed at gift from ‘legend’ Baggio

Lionel Messi could not hide his joy at meeting Italy hero Roberto Baggio and receiving his shirt as a gift. ‘You are a legend of football.’ The pair met in the United States of America, where Messi’s Inter Miami FC are currently participating in the FIFA Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 7

Roberto Baggio explains how difficult it was for him to leave Fiorentina for Juventus

Roberto Baggio was never far from controversy during his playing career, yet one constant was his deep affection for Fiorentina. The Italian striker joined the club from Vicenza in 1985, marking the beginning of a prolific and emotionally charged chapter in Florence.

Inter Milan News / Football Italia / June 3

Sacchi on Acerbi’s wrong Italy decision and Baggio comparison

Arrigo Sacchi is ‘disappointed’ that Francesco Acerbi refused to play for Italy: ‘He sees the national team as a personal matter.’ Acerbi refused to play for the Azzurri for World Cup qualifying matches against Norway and Moldova and is unlikely to feature for the Nazionale again.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 16

Italy legend Baggio retired 21 years ago today: ‘Eternally grateful’

Italy legend Roberto Baggio retired 21 years ago today: ‘Eternally grateful to those who still show their affection for me.’ The Divin Codino hung up his boots 21 years ago, playing his final game for Brescia at San Siro against Carlo Ancelotti’s Milan.

Bologna News / SempreInter.com / April 20

#NerazzurriClassics – The Ronaldo, Youri Djorkaeff & Roberto Baggio Show As Inter Milan Beat Bologna In Six Goal Thriller

On September 14th, 1997 – Luigi Simoni’s Inter Milan travelled to Bologna for a Match Day 2 Serie A clash at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara, headlined by Ronaldo vs Roberto Baggio.

Bologna News / Football Italia / April 16

Ancelotti: ‘I was fanatical with Baggio, so changed for Zidane’

Carlo Ancelotti reveals his regret at turning down the opportunity to sign Roberto Baggio at Parma, which forced him to adapt for Zinedine Zidane. ‘I was

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / March 6

Lippi can’t decide between two Juventus icons, rubishes Baggio stories: 'It’s stupid'

The legendary Marcello Lippi explained what made his Juventus special, while offering his take on some of the club’s biggest stars during his epoch. The 76-year-old had two successful managerial stints with the Bianconeri, the first between 1994 and 1999, and the second between 2001 and 2004.

Soccer News / Football Italia / February 7

Kolo Muani can equal Baggio record during Como-Juventus

As Juventus prepare to take on Como at the Stadio Sinigaglia on Friday evening, January signing Randal Kolo Muani will have his eyes set on an impressive

Soccer News / Football Italia / November 8, 2024

Del Piero on replacing Baggio, Zidane ‘chemistry’ and possible Juventus return

Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero says he’d ‘never ruin’ his relationship with the Bianconeri even if he never returns to the club and reveals his thoughts when he had to replace Roberto Baggio in Turin in 1995.

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Manchester City News / Football Italia / October 17, 2024

Why did Baggio and Guardiola wear sweatshirts with Argentina logo in Brescia reunion

Roberto Baggio, Pep Guardiola and Luca Toni had dinner together in Brescia on Tuesday, posting pictures and videos of their reunions on social media in which they all wear sweatshirts with a specific logo.

Manchester City News / Football Italia / October 14, 2024

Baggio tells hilarious labrador story on TV appearance with Guardiola

Roberto Baggio shared a funny story from his time at Brescia, involving his labrador and the late coach Carlo Mazzone, when he made a television appearance

Soccer News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / June 22, 2024

Roberto Baggio robbed at gunpoint during Italy-Spain UEFA Euro match

Roberto Baggio, one of the biggest names in the history of Italian football, was robbed at gunpoint Thursday in his home as he watched the Italy National Team take on Spain at the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 21, 2024

Italy legend Roberto Baggio held hostage with family during Spain-Italy match

Italian football legend Roberto Baggio was injured during a violent robbery at his villa during Spain’s victory over Italy at Euro 2024. According to Il Corriere della Sera, as quoted by MD, Baggio was at home watching the game with his family when a minimum of five armed assailants broke into his house.

Crystal Palace News / The Cult of Calcio / February 10, 2024

Roma vs Inter Throwback: A Nine-Goal Thriller with Baggio and Ronaldo

What happens when you put against each other a star-studded Roma side, coached by an ultra-offensive manager in the name of Zdenek Zeman, and one of the most impressive Inter lineups ever seen – where Roberto Baggio had just joined the Fenomeno Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima?