Gigi Riva was an Italian professional football player. He was played as a center-forward.
Regarded as one of the best players of his time and one of the greatest goal-scorers of all time, Riva had an impressive record while playing for Cagliari. He was calm in front of the goal, had a strong left foot, and was excellent in the air. Due to his speed, strength, and goalscoring talent, an Italian journalist named Gianni Brera nicknamed him “Rombo di Tuono” (Roar of Thunder).
After starting his career with Legnano, Riva remained with Cagliari throughout his professional journey. He played a key role in Cagliari’s promotion to the top Italian league in 1964 and later led them to their only Serie A title in the 1969–70 season.
On the world stage, Riva achieved success by winning the 1968 UEFA European Championship and reaching the final of the 1970 FIFA World Cup with the Italy national team. He also participated in the 1974 FIFA World Cup. Riva holds the record as Italy’s all-time top goalscorer, scoring 35 goals in 42 official matches between 1965 and 1974.
After retiring from playing in 1976, Riva played various roles in the world of football. He briefly served as president of Cagliari for the 1986–87 season. Later, from 1988 to 2013, he worked as team manager and director for the Italy national team.
Gigi Riva Cause of Death
Recently the news of Gigi Riva’s death is coming out. Gigi Riva died on 22 January 2024 at the age of 79 in a hospital in Cagliari, Italy, the capital of Sardinia.
Gigi Riva’s cause of death was heart attack.
On January 21, 2024, Gigi Riva was admitted to San Michele Hospital in Cagliari due to acute coronary syndrome. According to the medical staff who assisted her, Gigi Riva was initially in fair condition and required percutaneous coronary intervention. But he chose to delay this decision.
The next evening, on January 22, 2024, Gigi Rewa’s health condition suddenly deteriorated and she died due to a heart attack.
Italy Football Legend Gigi Riva Dies At 79https://t.co/q4DkqoNZmW pic.twitter.com/aDPok1fsmj
— Channels Television (@channelstv) January 22, 2024
News coming in that Gigi Riva has died. https://t.co/xS5d8t2gIs
— Football Italia (@footballitalia) January 22, 2024
Who was Gigi Riva Wife?
According to reports, Gigi Riva wife was Gianna Tofanari. They have two children- Nicola Riva and Mauro Riva.
Gigi Riva never shared information related to her personal life, wife, and married life. When did Gigi Riva get married, are they divorced? There are no details on many other questions.
According to sources, Gigi Riva was not married, she was in a long-term relationship. But there is no confirmation of this yet.
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