Former Italian footballer Roberto Baggio robbed by armed assailants while watching Euro 2024

Former Italian footballer and ex-President of the technical sector of the Italian Football Federation, Roberto Baggio and his family were held at gunpoint by armed robbers and robbed. The family was watching a game of Euro 2024 when a group of armed men barged into their villa situated in Altavilla Vicentina, close to the northern city of Vicenza. The mob then hit Baggio with the handle of the gun, and then locked him and his family inside one room, while they plundered through the house in search of expensive items.

Roberto Baggio's family robbed off valuables while watching Euro 2024 at home

According to The Independent's report, the robbers took 40 minutes to scrape through the house, hunting for valuables. They allegedly took jewelry, watches and a lot of cash from the luxe Baggio villa, and also gave a few stitches to Roberto's forehead due to the scuffle that ensued. According to the former Italian forward, the incident has left him in fear and trauma. In a statement made through agent, Baggio thanked all who showed them affection and compassion during the dark hours.

Baggio and his stellar Italy career

Baggio has a stellar career in Italian football with 56 national appearance for the country, while scoring 27 goals and starring at both, the 1990 and 1994 World Cups. He helped his team reach the finals of the FIFA World Cup in 1994 that was held in the United States that year. In the finals, that took place in Rose Bowl, California, he took Italy to the penalty shootout stage but lost out on the decisive goals and ended up as the runners up of the coveted championship.

Double trouble for Roberto Baggio

The Euro 2024 match that was being aired while Baggio was being robbed, saw Spain and Italy in action. It was more like a double loss for Baggio, as his country lost to Spain 1-0 and he also faced a rather frightening incident.

FAQs:

Which sport did Roberto Baggio play?
Roberto Baggio used to play football for the national team of Italy. He was one of the star forwards for the team, having appeared in two World Cups in the '90s.

Was Roberto Baggio part of the 1994 FIFA World Cup team?
The 1994 FIFA World Cup team of Italy that reached the finals but lost to Brazil, saw Roberto Baggio in the team, who was one of the leading players, responsible for carrying his team to the ultimate match.