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Italy’s players wore black armbands during their Confederations Cup semi-final against Spain in Fortaleza on Thursday, in tribute to former player Stefano Borgonovo, who died earlier in the day.
The former AC Milan and Fiorentina forward died from a degenerative illness at the age of 49. He played for Italy three times.
“Goodbye Stefano Borgonovo, your strength was a life lesson for everyone. You’ll always be with me. With us! Adieu,” tweeted striker Mario Balotelli, who left Brazil on Monday to receive treatment on a thigh injury.
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