'That's all folks': Gianluigi Buffon announces retirement from football
Legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement from football on Wednesday after 28 incredibly successful years for club and country.
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Italian keeper Buffon hangs up his gloves after 28 years
:Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has retired from football, the 45-year-old announced on Wednesday, after 28 years in which he reached exceptional milestones for club and country.
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World Cup winner Gigi Buffon retires at the age of 45
World Cup-winning former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has called time on an astonishing 28-year career.
Italian legend Gianluigi Buffon retires from football at 45
"That's all folks! You gave me everything. I gave you everything. We did it together," he posted in English on social media.