Legends cry too. Buffon couldn't hold back the tears after failing in the play-off and knowing that he wouldn't be at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. The legendary Italian goalkeeper won't be able end his career at the world's greatest tournament.
The four-time world champions will not be in Russia and will miss their first World Cup in 60 years. One of the most emotional images after the 'Azzurri' failed to qualify for the World Cup was left by the legendary Buffon. The goalkeeper who has made 175 appearances for Italy will not be able to say goodbye on the greatest stage.
'Gigi' Buffon cries... and football does too.
The veteran goalkeeper couldn't contain his emotions during an interview that will go down in history after Italy failed to overcome Sweden. "To end my career with the national team by failing to qualify... I'm sorry," were some of the words which the 'Azzurri' legend was able to get out as he cried inconsolably.