Italian Football Legend Totò Schillaci Dies at 59

The Italia '90 hero, known for his unexpected rise and emotional World Cup performances, succumbed to colon cancer.

Salvatore 'Totò' Schillaci, who passed away from colon cancer, became an Italian national icon during the 1990 World Cup.
Schillaci scored six goals in the tournament, earning the Golden Boot and Golden Ball, and leading Italy to a third-place finish.
His career skyrocketed after joining Juventus in 1989, where he impressed with 21 goals in his first season.
Despite his brief international career, Schillaci's passionate play and humble demeanor won him widespread admiration.
Following his peak at Italia '90, Schillaci's career declined, and he eventually moved to Japan before retiring in 1999.