NYON, Switzerland, Aug. 28 -- The Union of European Football Associations issued the following news release:

The legendary Italy goalkeeper has been hailed by Aleksander Ceferin for his "tremendous ability, longevity, determination and consistency who was an inspiration to football fans the world over."

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has paid tribute to Gianluigi Buffon by selecting the former Italy goalkeeper to receive the 2024 UEFA President's Award.