FIFA: How Schillaci Became Italy's Unlikely World Cup Hero
September 20, 2024
September 20, 2024
ZURICH, Switzerland, Sept. 20 -- The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) issued the following news:
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Following the passing of Salvatore Schillaci, FIFA pays tribute to one of the World Cup's most unexpected icons.
* Italy hero Salvatore Schillaci has died aged 59
* Forward rose to prominence at Italia 90 as its best player and top scorer
* One of only two players to scoop both personal accolades at a tourna . . .
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Following the passing of Salvatore Schillaci, FIFA pays tribute to one of the World Cup's most unexpected icons.
* Italy hero Salvatore Schillaci has died aged 59
* Forward rose to prominence at Italia 90 as its best player and top scorer
* One of only two players to scoop both personal accolades at a tourna . . .