Louis Buffon: Son of Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon makes professional debut
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Louis Buffon: Son of Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon makes professional debut

The Hindu  

Louis Buffon, the son of Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon, made his professional debut aged 17 on Sunday for Pisa in Serie B on Sunday. The youngster, a forward, came on in the 84th minute of his team’s 3-2 loss to Spezia after being called up by coach Filippo Inzaghi, who played alongside his father for the national team. A year later, he was felicitated with the UEFA President’s Award as he joined legends Arrigo Sacchi, Francesco Totti, Paolo Maldini and Gianni Rivera as the only Italians to receive the honour. Buffon’s son Louis, who was born in Turin, however, chose to represent the Czech Republic recently/ Louis’s mother is from Czechia, and the youngster earned a call-up to the under-18s last month.

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Gianluigi Buffon retires: "You became THE goalkeeper" tributes pour in as former Italy goalkeeper hangs up the gloves
1 year, 7 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon retires: "You became THE goalkeeper" tributes pour in as former Italy goalkeeper hangs up the gloves

Firstpost  

Gianluigi Buffon won 10 Serie A titles with Juventus but ended his stellar career back where it all started at Parma. Italy’s 2006 World Cup-winning goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement on Wednesday at the age of 45, sparking tributes from the world of football. “You were not only the best, you did more than that, you became THE goalkeeper.” …

Italian keeper Gianluigi Buffon hangs up gloves after 28 years
1 year, 7 months ago

Italian keeper Gianluigi Buffon hangs up gloves after 28 years

The Hindu  

Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has retired from football, the 45-year-old announced on Wednesday, after 28 years in which he reached exceptional milestones for club and country. Buffon, who in 2006 lifted the World Cup, won 10 Serie A titles with Juventus and a Ligue 1 title with Paris St Germain. pic.twitter.com/bGvIDsoFsG — Gianluigi Buffon August 2, 2023 Widely regarded as …

Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon retires from football at 45
1 year, 7 months ago

Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon retires from football at 45

Al Jazeera  

At age 45 and after a career that included a World Cup title with Italy, a long list of trophies with Juventus and many years when he was considered among the best goalkeepers in football, Gianluigi Buffon has announced his retirement. Buffon had one season remaining on his contract with Parma in Serie B and therefore leaves the sport with …

Buffon to continue playing until 46 after signing new Parma deal
3 years ago

Buffon to continue playing until 46 after signing new Parma deal

The Hindu  

Despite approaching 27 years as a senior professional, Gianluigi Buffon has no plans to retire yet after signing a new deal at Parma that will see the goalkeeper continue playing until the ripe old age of 46. Buffon re-joined Serie B side Parma - the team he made his debut for as a 17-year-old in November 1995 - last year, …

Euro 2020: Gianluigi Donnarumma is no longer 'the heir of Buffon' after penalty heroics for Italy
3 years, 8 months ago

Euro 2020: Gianluigi Donnarumma is no longer 'the heir of Buffon' after penalty heroics for Italy

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Donnarumma - 'the heir of Buffon' - came of age at Wembley on Sunday night. Gianluigi Donnarumma was the hero in the penalty shootout as Italy beat England to win Euro 2020 Donnarumma has been making history with Italy for the last five years and it's easy to forget he is just 22-years-old. The goalkeeper made saves from Jadon …

Buffon returns to Parma in Serie B, 20 years after leaving
3 years, 9 months ago

Buffon returns to Parma in Serie B, 20 years after leaving

The Hindu  

Goalkeeping great Gianluigi Buffon has returned to his first club Parma 20 years after leaving, the Italian club announced on Thursday. RELATED| He soon established a glowing reputation, helping his club win the UEFA Cup and Coppa Italia in 1998-99, and became the world's most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Juventus in a deal worth around 33 million pounds in …

Ronaldo completes the set, Buffon matches Maldini trophy haul
3 years, 10 months ago

Ronaldo completes the set, Buffon matches Maldini trophy haul

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo and Gianluigi Buffon have won many trophies in their careers and after helping Juventus beat Atalanta to win the Coppa Italia on Wednesday. Ronaldo has enjoyed regular success since leaving Portugal as a teenager for Manchester United, winning all three major domestic trophies in England before joining Real Madrid. The forward helped the Spanish side win La Liga …

Gianluigi Buffon in Demand after Deciding to Leave Juventus at End of Season
3 years, 10 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon in Demand after Deciding to Leave Juventus at End of Season

News 18  

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon said he has received offers from other clubs as he contemplates his next move, having decided on leaving Turin at the end of the season. The 43-year-old first joined Juventus from Parma in 2001 and has been there ever since, apart from one season at French side Paris St Germain in 2018-19, but revealed this week …

Gianluigi Buffon 'interesting SIX European clubs, including Barcelona'
3 years, 10 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon 'interesting SIX European clubs, including Barcelona'

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon has reportedly received six offers from big European clubs, including Spanish giants Barcelona, ahead of his Juventus departure this summer. Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is reportedly interesting six top European clubs The 43-year-old announced this week he would leave the Italian side at the end of his contract Buffon had revealed his choice to quit Juventus for the …

Buffon to leave Juventus at end of this season
3 years, 10 months ago

Buffon to leave Juventus at end of this season

The Hindu  

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon said he will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the season but could still join another team if he receives a suitable offer. The 43-year-old first joined the Turin club from Parma in 2001 and has been there ever since, with the exception of one season at French side Paris Saint-Germain …

Gianluigi Buffon reveals he will QUIT Juventus at the end of the season
3 years, 10 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon reveals he will QUIT Juventus at the end of the season

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon has revealed he will leave Juventus at the end of the season and could even retire from football. The 43-year-old goalkeeper's contract expires at the end of the season and he is mulling over his next move, which could be to bring the curtain down on his glittering 26-year career as a professional. Gianluigi Buffon, 43, has revealed …

Serie A: Italy's blasphemy law brings down another footballer, this time Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon
3 years, 11 months ago

Serie A: Italy's blasphemy law brings down another footballer, this time Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon

Firstpost  

Blasphemy is hardly new in Italian football. “It’s part of his Tuscan character,” said journalist Ilaria D’Amico, defending her partner Buffon after he uttered a blasphemous phrase while lecturing teammate Manolo Portanova during December’s match with Parma. “But he’s the first to feel bad when it slips out.” The legendary goalkeeper was initially handed a 5,000 euro fine but on …

Gianluigi Buffon could MANAGE Juventus one day after he hangs up his boots, insists legend's agent
4 years, 8 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon could MANAGE Juventus one day after he hangs up his boots, insists legend's agent

Daily Mail  

Legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has been backed by his agent to one day manage his beloved club Juventus. Gianluigi Buffon's agent remarkably claimed that the keeper could one day manage Juventus Silvano Martina told Radio Kiss Kiss: 'In my opinion, he has to be a coach. Martina then went one step further by claiming that Buffon could remarkably manage Serie …

Gianluigi Buffon, Giorgio Chiellini extend Juventus contract by one more season
4 years, 8 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon, Giorgio Chiellini extend Juventus contract by one more season

India TV News  

Gianluigi Buffon, Giorgio Chiellini extend Juventus contract by one more season Juventus announced Monday that both Buffon and club captain Giorgio Chiellini extended their contracts for one more year. Juventus announced Monday that both Buffon and club captain Giorgio Chiellini extended their contracts for one more year. Buffon returned to Juventus a year ago after one season away at Paris …

Buffon extends Juventus contract for another season
4 years, 8 months ago

Buffon extends Juventus contract for another season

The Hindu  

Juventus' legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon will continue playing for Juventus for another season -- during which he’ll turn 43. Used in a reserve role behind first-choice goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, Buffon has made 13 appearances for Juventus in all competitions this season. READ: With 10 league games left this season, Buffon needs only one more appearance to break a tie with …

Buffon set for talks with Juventus over future, confirms agent
5 years, 1 month ago

Buffon set for talks with Juventus over future, confirms agent

The Hindu  

Gianluigi Buffon will meet with Serie A champion Juventus in March to discuss his future, according to agent Silvano Martina. Aged 42, Buffon has showed no signs of slowing down after returning to Juve on a one-year deal following a single-season spell with Ligue 1 giant Paris Saint-Germain. Buffon, who surpassed Paolo Maldini for most games at club level, has …

Gianluigi Buffon rejected offers from Manchester City and United
5 years, 8 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon rejected offers from Manchester City and United

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon rejected the chance to move to either Manchester United or City as he did not want a repeat of his underwhelming spell at Paris Saint-Germain. Gianluigi Buffon rejected offers from the Manchester giants to return to his beloved Juventus Buffon turned down an offer from Premier League champions City, which was proposed by manager Pep Guardiola himself, and …

Buffon rejoins Juventus: The best players over 40
5 years, 8 months ago

Buffon rejoins Juventus: The best players over 40

The Hindu  

Gianluigi Buffon is extending his remarkable a career for at least another season after completing a stunning return to Juventus on a one-year contract. Seven league titles and an incredible five European Cup/Champions League wins headline a litany of honours that Maldini helped marshal at San Siro, playing across their near impenetrable back four for almost 25 years. The oldest …

Serie A: Gianluigi Buffon returns to Serie A club Juventus after a single season at PSG
5 years, 8 months ago

Serie A: Gianluigi Buffon returns to Serie A club Juventus after a single season at PSG

The Hindu  

Gianluigi Buffon has completed a return to Juventus, a year after leaving the club for Paris Saint-Germain. Buffon departed Juve for PSG, ending a 17-year stay, but was unable to dislodge Alphonse Areola as the club's regular first-choice goalkeeper. READ| Serie A: Gianluigi Buffon undergoes Juventus medical test Buffon has agreed a one-year deal with the Serie A champion, which …

Serie A: Gianluigi Buffon open to Juventus return
5 years, 9 months ago

Serie A: Gianluigi Buffon open to Juventus return

The Hindu  

Gianluigi Buffon would "appreciate" the chance to return to former club Juventus after his Paris Saint-Germain contract expires, according to the veteran goalkeeper's agent Silvano Martina. READ | Roma cancels training camp amid uncertainty over Serie A start date He featured 25 times for PSG in his only campaign at the Parc des Princes, winning Ligue 1 and the Trophee …

From Parma to Paris, Gianluigi Buffon's Champions League struggles go on
6 years ago

From Parma to Paris, Gianluigi Buffon's Champions League struggles go on

Daily Mail  

From Parma to Juventus to Paris, Gianluigi Buffon has had a remarkable career, winning countless titles on the domestic, European and international stage. Gianluigi Buffon applauds the Paris Saint-Germain fans after being dumped out by United Once again, the legendary Italian goalkeeper's wait for Champions League success goes on And with that, Buffon's wait for a Champions League winners' medal …

Buffon pleased Cristiano Ronaldo can no longer 'give Juventus sorrows'
6 years, 7 months ago

Buffon pleased Cristiano Ronaldo can no longer 'give Juventus sorrows'

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon has backed Juventus to 'go close' to winning the Champions League after signing Cristiano Ronaldo, and is pleased the superstar can no longer inflict damage on his old pals in Italy. Gianluigi Buffon is hopeful that Cristiano Ronaldo will be successful at his old club Juventus Juve brought in Ronaldo in an £88million transfer from Real Madrid that …

La Liga: Real Madrid invests in youth as spanish club signs 19-year-old goalkeeper Andriy Lunin from Zorya Luhansk
6 years, 9 months ago

La Liga: Real Madrid invests in youth as spanish club signs 19-year-old goalkeeper Andriy Lunin from Zorya Luhansk

Firstpost  

With Real Madrid also pursuing Brazil’s World Cup goalkeeper Alisson Becker of Roma, who is 25, the youngster’s arrival increases the pressure on Costa Rican Keylor Navas, who started for Real in the Champions League final and is 31. Madrid: Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old goalkeeper Andriy Lunin from Zorya Luhansk, the European champions announced on Saturday. According to the …

Serie A: Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon to make decision on Paris Saint-Germain move this week
6 years, 10 months ago

Serie A: Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon to make decision on Paris Saint-Germain move this week

Firstpost  

Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon said on Monday that he will make a decision this week on whether he will be joining Paris Saint-Germain Milan: Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon said on Monday that he will make a decision this week on whether he will be joining Paris Saint-Germain. Buffon, 40, played his final game for the Italian giants in a 2-1 …

Paris Saint-Germain chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi dispels Gianluigi Buffon rumours
6 years, 10 months ago

Paris Saint-Germain chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi dispels Gianluigi Buffon rumours

Hindustan Times  

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has poured water on suggestions Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon could step in to replace the French club’s number one goalkeeper, Alphonse Areola. READ | Six injured, two seriously, in Juventus title parade Buffon’s contract will expire in a matter of weeks, but asked if the French capital could be the emblematic Italian’s next destination, Al-Khelaifi …

Barzagli: Buffon is the greatest of all time
6 years, 10 months ago

Barzagli: Buffon is the greatest of all time

The Hindu  

Andrea Barzagli lauded team-mate Gianluigi Buffon as the greatest goalkeeper of all time after the Juventus captain played his final game for the Italian champions. There were emotional scenes in Turin where iconic Italian keeper and nine-time Serie A winner Buffon, 40, farewelled Juve in Saturday's 2-1 victory over relegated Verona. Linked with a move to French champions Paris Saint-Germain, …

Captain Gianluigi Buffon decides to call it quits with Juventus but not retiring
6 years, 10 months ago

Captain Gianluigi Buffon decides to call it quits with Juventus but not retiring

India TV News  

Captain Gianluigi Buffon decides to call it quits with Juventus but not retiring The 40-year-old Buffon says the Serie A match against Hellas Verona on Saturday will be his last for Juventus, he has received offers to play elsewhere which have changed his mind about retiring. Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon is leaving the Italian champion and considering playing elsewhere. Buffon, …

After Serie A triumph, Gianluigi Buffon set to announce retirement soon
6 years, 10 months ago

After Serie A triumph, Gianluigi Buffon set to announce retirement soon

India TV News  

After Serie A triumph, Gianluigi Buffon set to announce retirement soon He announced his retirement from the national team in November when Italy lost a World Cup playoff to Sweden but recently returned for friendlies. Italy and Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon will hold a news conference on Thursday when the goalkeeper is expected to announce his retirement. The 40-year-old Buffon …

Gigi Buffon hit with UEFA charges after Madrid fury
6 years, 10 months ago

Gigi Buffon hit with UEFA charges after Madrid fury

The Hindu  

Gianluigi Buffon has been charged by UEFA following the Juventus goalkeeper's red card and subsequent furious reaction during last month's Champions League quarter-final defeat to Real Madrid. Juve were on the cusp of taking the tie to extra-time following a remarkable comeback in the Spanish capital, where a Mario Mandzukic brace and Blaise Matuidi's second-half goal wiped out Madrid's 3-0 …

Gianluigi Buffon compares Michael Oliver to a 'murderer' for destroying Juventus' dreams
6 years, 11 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon compares Michael Oliver to a 'murderer' for destroying Juventus' dreams

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon launched an extraordinary attack on referee Michael Oliver, labelling him a 'murderer' and accusing him of having 'no heart in his chest' after Juventus were knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid. Buffon was left furious after Juve clawed back a three-goal first-leg deficit at the Bernabeu, only for Oliver to award the hosts a penalty …

Gianluigi Buffon sent off in possible final Champions League game
6 years, 11 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon sent off in possible final Champions League game

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon's Champions League career has come to a most ignominious end after he was sent off inJuventus' dramatic late defeat by Real Madrid. Gianluigi Buffon was sent off late in Juventus' Champions League quarter-final exit It is the final time the 40-year-old appears on the top European stage in his career Buffon was furious after referee Michael Oliver awarded …

Italian Cup: Gianluigi Buffon marks return from injury with a penalty save to help Juventus win first leg of semi-final
7 years, 1 month ago

Italian Cup: Gianluigi Buffon marks return from injury with a penalty save to help Juventus win first leg of semi-final

Firstpost  

“I’m happy for Gigi, who hadn’t played in the Italian Cup for five years,” Massimiliano Allegri added. Bergamo: Gonzalo Higuain scored after three minutes and Gianluigi Buffon saved a penalty as Juventus stayed on track for a fourth straight Italian Cup on Tuesday with a 1-0 semi-final, first leg win at Atalanta. Atalanta thought they would level when the video …

Serie A: Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon undecided over plans to retire at end of season
7 years, 1 month ago

Serie A: Juventus legend Gianluigi Buffon undecided over plans to retire at end of season

Firstpost  

Buffon’s contract runs until the end of the season and he had initially planned to retire following this year’s World Cup in Russia but Italy failed to qualify. Milan: Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, who has said he plans to retire this summer, is undecided over his future and will meet with club president Andrea Agnelli to talk things through, he …

End of an era: Football legends who hung up their boots in 2017
7 years, 3 months ago

End of an era: Football legends who hung up their boots in 2017

India TV News  

There comes a time when a footballer feels it's time to hang up his boots on the shelf and bid goodbye to the beautiful sport. Philipp Lahm The German architect, captain dependable and World Cup winner Philipp Lahm decided to end his career a bit early than expected but feels that it's time for the youngsters to take over. Lahm …

Italian legend Gianluigi Buffon wins Serie A Best Player of the Year award
7 years, 3 months ago

Italian legend Gianluigi Buffon wins Serie A Best Player of the Year award

Firstpost  

Buffon won a tenth Serie A title with Juventus, as well as a third Italian Cup title and helping them reach the Champions League final. Milan: Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon eased some of his World Cup heartache by winning the Serie A Best Player of the Year award at the Gran Gala del Calcio Awards. “The failure to participate in …

Grazie Gigi: Buffon bows out the same way as he played - by uniting a nation
7 years, 4 months ago

Grazie Gigi: Buffon bows out the same way as he played - by uniting a nation

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Twenty years after Gianluigi Buffon made his debut for Italy in a …

Italy goalkeeper Gigi Buffon announces his international retirement after draw with Sweden ends 2018 World Cup dream
7 years, 4 months ago

Italy goalkeeper Gigi Buffon announces his international retirement after draw with Sweden ends 2018 World Cup dream

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A tearful Gianluigi Buffon has retired from international …

Gianluigi Buffon retires from Italy after WC play-off loss
7 years, 4 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon retires from Italy after WC play-off loss

Daily Mail  

Gianluigi Buffon had to fight back the tears as he brought the curtain down on a glittering international career on Monday night. Gianluigi Buffon burst into tears as he spoke to Italian TV after Monday's defeat by Sweden The Italy No 1 played his final international match for his country at the San Siro Buffon lifted the World Cup with …

Champions League: Gianluigi Buffon says he will not retire if Juventus win the trophy
7 years, 5 months ago

Champions League: Gianluigi Buffon says he will not retire if Juventus win the trophy

Firstpost  

The 39-year-old plans to bring the curtain down on his career after the 2018 World Cup, but if Juventus triumph in Europe he could continue on to try to add the Club World Cup to his collection. Milan: Italian international goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon said on Tuesday he will retire at the end of the season, unless Juventus win the Champions …

Gianluigi Buffon confirms he will retire in 2018 - unless Juventus win the Champions League
7 years, 5 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon confirms he will retire in 2018 - unless Juventus win the Champions League

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gianluigi Buffon has confirmed he will retire after …

Juventus' Buffon expects AC Milan to challenge
7 years, 8 months ago

Juventus' Buffon expects AC Milan to challenge

The Hindu  

Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon has tipped AC Milan to threaten his side's six-year Serie A dominance this season following the Rossoneri's spending spree. Milan's transformation has been headlined by the shock capture of Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci, a key ingredient of Juve's recent success and widely regarded as one of the world's best in his position. Having also lured the …

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says he will retire after 2017-18, unless he finally wins Champions League
7 years, 9 months ago

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says he will retire after 2017-18, unless he finally wins Champions League

Firstpost  

Milan: Juventus and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon reaffirmed he is “99.9 %” sure of retiring at the end of next season — unless he finally ends his quest to win the Champions League. “I will have one final, intense season full of key dates, then it will be time to call it a day.” Buffon, a World Cup winner with …

Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon admits that next season will be his last
7 years, 9 months ago

Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon admits that next season will be his last

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy After more than two decades of top-level soccer, …

Champions League final: Gianluigi Buffon says Juventus victory would be perfect finale for his career
7 years, 9 months ago

Champions League final: Gianluigi Buffon says Juventus victory would be perfect finale for his career

Firstpost  

Veteran Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says Saturday’s Champions League final against Real Madrid will have “special” personal significance as he approaches the end of his storied career. Cardiff: Veteran Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says Saturday’s Champions League final against Real Madrid will have “special” personal significance as he approaches the end of his storied career. “The emotions I feel might …

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner
7 years, 9 months ago

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner

China Daily  

Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon during training at the National Stadium of Wales, Cardiff, June 2, 2017. If the 39-year-old Buffon finally lifts the European Cup on Saturday following a Juventus victory over Real Madrid, he would become the competition's oldest champion. "The top priority is likely to be stopping Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, whose 10 European goals this season have made …

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner
7 years, 9 months ago

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner

China Daily  

Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon during training at the National Stadium of Wales, Cardiff, June 2, 2017. If the 39-year-old Buffon finally lifts the European Cup on Saturday following a Juventus victory over Real Madrid, he would become the competition's oldest champion. "The top priority is likely to be stopping Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, whose 10 European goals this season have made …

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner
7 years, 9 months ago

Champions League Final: Buffon looks to become oldest winner

China Daily  

Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon during training at the National Stadium of Wales, Cardiff, June 2, 2017. If the 39-year-old Buffon finally lifts the European Cup on Saturday following a Juventus victory over Real Madrid, he would become the competition's oldest champion. "The top priority is likely to be stopping Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, whose 10 European goals this season have made …

Champions League final: Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon admits he still feels fear ahead of big games
7 years, 9 months ago

Champions League final: Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon admits he still feels fear ahead of big games

Firstpost  

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has experienced more or less everything in his illustrious career, but says he still feels fear ahead of Saturday’s Champions League final against Real Madrid. Cardiff: Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has experienced more or less everything in his illustrious career, but says he still feels fear ahead of Saturday’s Champions League final against Real Madrid. We …

Gianluigi Buffon: Thomas N'Kono to the Champions League
7 years, 9 months ago

Gianluigi Buffon: Thomas N'Kono to the Champions League

Daily Mail  

In the town of Carrara in Tuscany, a 12-year-old boy - a football fanatic who sees himself as something of a goalscoring midfielder - watches on television the opening game of the World Cup at the famous San Siro stadium in his home country. Gianluigi Buffon and his Juventus team-mates land arrive ahead of the Champions League final Buffon dives …

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