Totò Schillaci
Totò Schillaci was a celebrated Italian football striker, famed for his sensational performance in the 1990 FIFA World Cup, where he was the tournament's top scorer. His career was marked by passionate displays on the field, earning him a legendary status in Italian football. In 2022, Schillaci was diagnosed with colon cancer, a battle he faced until his passing in September 2022, leaving behind a legacy of sporting excellence and a profound love story with his wife, Barbara Lombardi.
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Totò Schillaci was the hero of the Italian team, scoring multiple goals in the tournament.
Italia '90, 35 anni fa l'ultima delle Notti Magiche: il «tradimento» di Napoli, Zenga «a farfalle», la maledizione del numero 17 e l'insulto di Maradona
Italy· 2025-07-04
Totò Schillaci is among the great champions of Italian football featured in the exhibition.
al Museum Fellini oltre 500 cimeli originali dell'Italia
San Marino· 2025-03-30
Totò Schillaci's ex-wife, Rita Bonaccorso, visited Gianluigi Lentini in the hospital after his accident.
Lentini: «L'incidente? Il ruotino di scorta si scaldò e scoppiò: un anno e mezzo per riprendermi. La moglie di Schillaci? Si erano già lasciati»Italy· 2025-02-13
Totò Schillaci, the hero of the 1990 World Cup, battled colon cancer and was supported by his wife Barbara until his passing.
Barbara Lombardi, la moglie di Totò Schillaci: «Anna Oxa, il tumore al colon e Pechino Express, la tomba di Scoglio. Prima di morire mi disse: sorridi»Italy· 2025-02-12
