Overview

• Gianluigi Buffon officially launched his memoir, 'Cadere, rialzarsi, cadere, rialzarsi,' at the Salone del Libro in Turin on May 15, 2025.
• Buffon reaffirmed the authenticity of his controversial 'trash can instead of a heart' remark to referee Michael Oliver, expressing both shame and a willingness to repeat it in the same circumstances.
• The book uses the metaphor of falling and rising to explore Buffon's career, including his pivotal role in moments like the 2006 World Cup final and his criticism of Byron Moreno's refereeing in 2002.
• Buffon shared personal anecdotes about his relationships with coaches like Allegri, Mazzone, and Lippi, highlighting their influence on his journey.
• Now head of Italy’s national team delegation, Buffon emphasized themes of resilience, accountability, and the transformative power of decisive moments in shaping his legacy.