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Sara Gama Retires, Ending a Transformative Football Career

The Juventus and Italy legend, who won 13 trophies in eight seasons with Juventus Women, steps away from playing at 36, leaving a legacy of leadership and advocacy.

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Overview

  • Sara Gama announced her retirement from professional football at the age of 36, concluding a career spanning over two decades.
  • Gama played eight seasons with Juventus Women, amassing 153 appearances and securing 13 trophies, including six league titles and a recent Scudetto victory.
  • Her career journey took her from grassroots clubs in Trieste to stints in the United States and France before returning to Italy with Brescia and Juventus.
  • Off the field, Gama has been a vocal advocate for players' rights, serving as vice president of the Italian Footballers’ Association since 2020 and as a member of the CONI Athletes’ Commission since 2021.
  • Widely regarded as a trailblazer for women’s football in Italy, Gama is expected to continue influencing the sport through governance and advocacy roles.