The coffin of Paolo Rossi arrived around 12 on Friday at the Menti stadium Vicenza, where from 3 pm the funeral parlor was opened on the turf of the Vicenza facility, to welcome the homage of the red and white fans and citizens.
Before the opening of the funeral home to the fans, arranged in a long line, the wife Federica, together with their two daughters Sofia Elena and Maria Vittoria, she greeted her husband one last time. On the coffin, in light wood, was placed one red and white shirt with the number 9 and the message “Ciao Paolo. Forever with us “.
So the mayor Francesco Rucco: “We wanted it to be possible for citizens to pay homage to our champion. Paolo was one of us. However, those who come to visit him at the stadium must carefully respect the anti-contagion provisions and the indications of the order service. For this I appeal to everyone’s responsibility ”.
The funeral, which will be broadcast live on Rai2 on Saturday morning, will be held in the Duomo, access reserved for family guests only, including a representative of the Vicenza, and exponents of the world of football and sports journalism. Access to the squares and streets around the cathedral will be prohibited.
In an interview with Corriere della Sera, his wife Federica Cappelletti revealed the last text message sent by her husband: “Unfortunately, I can’t sleep and I’m agitated, I look at the photos you send me and I think about our great love. I would just like to say thank you for what you are doing, for me and for our wonderful little girls. You are truly unique for the energies you deepen and for the love you are able to give in everything. I hope the Lord can recognize all of this. Give you everything you deserve ”.
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