Italy Legend Buffon Retires as Italy Eliminated From World Cup
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Gianluigi Buffon, widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, said goodbye to international football after Italy’s elimination from the World Cup on November 13.It was a tearful end to a glorious career, which saw Buffon capped 175 times and win the World Cup in 2006.In this footage, Buffon is seen being consoled by opponents and teammates after a 0-0 draw meant that Sweden progressed to the World Cup finals in Russia, thanks to a 1-0 first-leg win. Next summer will be the first time since 1958 that Italy will be out of a World Cup.Speaking after the game, Buffon lamented the loss, saying, “I am so sorry that my retirement coincides with the elimination from the World Cup.” Credit: Instagram/mauromixer via Storyful