The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) confirmed this morning in a statement the death of Gianluca Vialli and called a minute’s silence as a sign of mourning at the start of all games next weekend.
FIGC President Gabriele Gravina expressed his “deep” pain: “I waited until the last moment for him to achieve another miracle, I am comforted by the certainty that what he has done for Italian football and his blue jersey will never- unforgettable.” he assured.
“Gianluca is a very good person and he leaves a void that cannot be filled, both in the national team and in all those who appreciate his extraordinary human quality,” he said.
Other political authorities added their sympathy, such as the Minister of Infrastructure and Vice President of the Government, Matteo Salvini, or the former Prime Minister, Matteo Renzi.
Serie A wrote: “In great pain and shock, the Lega Serie A extends its condolences to the family of Gianluca Vialli, the unrepeatable hero of our football who will forever be remembered for his skills as a footballer, but above all for the unforgettable lesson in life he gave. .“.
Source: La Verdad
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