75 year old grandfather scores on professional debut
What an incredible story!
According to reports, a 75-year-old grandfather, named Giovanni Fontana, has made his professional debut in a football match in Italy. Fontana, who is a retired engineer, has been playing amateur football for years, but this is his first time playing professionally.
Fontana's team, ASD Virtus Casalotti, is a fifth-tier team in the Italian football league system. Despite being 75 years old, Fontana scored a goal in his debut match, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Fontana's achievement is not only remarkable due to his age but also because he has been playing football for over 60 years. He started playing when he was just 13 years old and has been passionate about the sport ever since.
Fontana's family, including his grandchildren, were in attendance to watch him play, and they were overjoyed by his performance. His grandson, who is also a football player, said, "I'm so proud of him. He's an inspiration to everyone, not just me."
Fontana's story is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and perseverance. Despite his advanced age, he has shown that it's never too late to pursue your dreams and achieve greatness.
What an incredible achievement!