Summary
Francesco Acerbi, a football player for Inter Milan, scored a crucial goal in the UEFA Champions League semi-final against Barcelona at 37 years old. His journey includes overcoming personal struggles like battling cancer and depression. Acerbi's story highlights his perseverance and resilience in becoming a key player in his team's success.
Key Facts
- Francesco Acerbi scored his first goal in 65 UEFA club matches during the Champions League semi-final.
- His equalising goal in the 93rd minute against Barcelona helped take the match to extra time, with Inter Milan eventually winning.
- Acerbi dealt with alcohol issues and depression after his father's death.
- He overcame testicular cancer twice during his career.
- Acerbi started his professional football career in 2006 at Pavia in Italy's Serie C.
- He played for major Italian clubs including AC Milan before returning to play for Chievo and Sassuolo.
- Acerbi's struggles included criticism from his father that affected his early career.
