Fabio Cudicini (foto: Twitter)
Fabio Cudicini, AC Milan’s legendary goalkeeper and the "Black Spider," passes away at 90, leaving a lasting legacy in Italian football.
Italian football is in mourning today following the passing of legendary goalkeeper Fabio Cudicini, affectionately known as the "Black Spider". Born in Trieste, Cudicini etched his name in history with stellar performances for AC Milan and AS Roma, leaving an indelible mark on Italian football.
Cudicini was a key member of the AC Milan team that won the club’s first-ever European Cup. His illustrious career also saw him secure victories in Serie A, the Coppa Italia, and the Intercontinental Cup, the latter of which was highly prestigious at the time.
Hailing from Trieste, a city with deep connections to Slovenia, Cudicini remains one of the greatest footballers to emerge from the region. He joins the ranks of other legends from the city, such as Cesare Maldini and Nereo Rocco, who have also made significant contributions to Italian football.
Fabio’s passion for goalkeeping extended to his son Carlo Cudicini, who enjoyed a successful career with Chelsea and now serves as a goalkeeper coach for the London club. The father-son duo symbolizes a lasting legacy in football.
Fabio Cudicini’s contributions to football, particularly with AC Milan, have solidified his place among the sport’s greats. His passing at the age of 90 marks the end of an era, but his achievements will forever be remembered.