03 September 2024
Thirty-five years have passed since that fateful September day in 1989. News came in that took everyone by surprise and left an unbridgeable void within the Juventus family and the world of sport at large: Gaetano Scirea had passed away. His tragic death continues to be a painful, lasting memory in the hearts of many Juventus fans.
He was a gentleman, a true sportsman, inside and out of the pitch. Even today, Scirea remains a symbol of a time and an outlook on life that made him a pillar of both Juventus and the Italian national team.
His ability to balance sport, work and life made him a renowned figure and a man appreciated by millions of fans throughout his football career.
For a champion like Scirea, his stats only partially illustrate his greatness. In 14 seasons with Juventus, he made more than 500 appearances and scored 32 goals. He won seven Scudetti and a string of European cups, making him one of the most decorated players in the history of our club.
That's why, even today, we continue to emphasise the greatness of the man, before even the footballer.
Here’s to you, Captain! We miss you.
