Paulo Rossi
Created | Updated Jan 28, 2002
Paulo Rossi took part in both the 1978 and 1982 world cups as a centre forward for Italy. His total of 9 goals in 14 appearances in the world cup puts him amongst the highest tallying scorers in the history of the tournament. He was of course the star of the 1982 event held in Spain.
Statistics
Born - 23rd September 1956
League Clubs - Juventus, Perugia, Como, Lanerossi Vicenza
Caps - 48
Goals for national side - 20
World Cup goals - 9
Honours - Winner 1982, 4th place 1978