Gianluigi Buffon

Gianluigi Buffon is considered one of the best goalkeepers in the history of soccer. From a young age he showed exceptional talent for the sport, and at the age of 17 he made his Serie A debut with Parma in 1995. Buffon quickly stood out for his reflexes, agility and leadership on the field, which led him to become a fundamental part of the team.

In 2001, Buffon was signed by Juventus for a record fee for a goalkeeper, and during his two decades at the club, he established himself as an icon. With Juventus, he won numerous Serie A titles, Italian Cups and Italian Super Cups. At the international level, Buffon was a pillar in the Italian national team, standing out especially in the 2006 World Cup, where Italy was crowned champion and Buffon was key, conceding only two goals in the entire tournament.

Among his individual achievements, Buffon has won multiple awards such as the World's Best Goalkeeper by the IFFHS (International Federation of Football History and Statistics) and has been included in the UEFA Team of the Year on several occasions. His longevity and consistency at the highest level are testament to his dedication and professionalism.

In addition to his career at Juventus, Buffon had a brief spell at Paris Saint-Germain, where he also won league titles. He returned to Juventus and then to Parma, bringing his impressive career full circle.

Beyond his sporting skills, Buffon is admired for his character on and off the field, being a born leader and an example of sportsmanship. His legacy will live on as one of the greats of world soccer, having left an indelible mark on the history of the sport.