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Roberto Baggio: Humble Legend Reflects on Heartbreak and Messi

6/30/2025

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Roberto Baggio, the iconic Italian footballer, revealed his humility in an interview, admitting he never saw himself as equal to legends like Maradona or Pelé. He shared a touching moment with Messi, presenting him with a signed Italy shirt. Baggio also reflected on his retirement as a freeing experience and recounted the heartbreak of missing a penalty in the 1994 World Cup Final.

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Roberto Baggio, the iconic Italian footballer, revealed his humility in an interview, admitting he never saw himself as equal to legends like Maradona or Pelé. He shared a touching moment with Messi, presenting him with a signed Italy shirt. Baggio also reflected on his retirement as a freeing experience and recounted the heartbreak of missing a penalty in the 1994 World Cup Final.