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Sara Gama Retires, Closing a Trailblazing Career in Football

The Juventus captain and Italian football icon, known for her on-field success and off-field advocacy, announced her retirement at age 36.

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Sara Gama, dal cortile allo Stadium inseguendo il pallone e un sogno. Che bello se guidasse il calcio italiano

Overview

  • Sara Gama officially announced her retirement from professional football at age 36 through an emotional video message on Juventus's website.
  • Over an eight-year tenure at Juventus, Gama made 153 appearances and won 12 trophies, solidifying her legacy as a club legend.
  • Her career included stints at Tavagnacco, Chiasiellis, Pali Blues, Brescia, and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as a UEFA U-19 Championship victory with Italy.
  • Beyond her playing career, Gama was a prominent advocate for social and pension protections in women’s football and held leadership roles in the AIC and CONI.
  • Widely regarded as a role model, she was honored with a Barbie doll in her likeness in 2018, symbolizing her cultural and inspirational impact.