Italian World Cup Legend Toto Schillaci Dies at 59 in Rome

Sep 18, 2024, 09:34 AM

Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci, the former Italian striker and top scorer of the 1990 World Cup, has passed away at the age of 59. Schillaci, who won the Golden Boot and Golden Ball at Italia '90, had been battling colon cancer since 2022. He was remembered for his remarkable performance during the tournament, where he scored six goals and led Italy to a third-place finish. Schillaci played for clubs such as Messina, Juventus, Inter, and Júbilo Iwata during his career. Tributes have poured in from around the world, honoring his legacy in football. Schillaci died in Rome.