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Facts

Also Known As the Divine Ponytail
Born February 18, 1967 (age 59) • Italy
Awards And Honors Ballon d’Or (1993)

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Roberto Baggio stands with his head down in disappointment after missing a penalty, while Brazilian players celebrate in the background during the FIFA World Cup Final.
Roberto Baggio of the Italy national football team in a blue jersey runs with the ball during the 1994 FIFA World Cup Final match against the Brazil national football team at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on July 17, 1994.
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