Ciro Immobile's retirement means Serie A defenders finally get a break — they'll just have to find someone else to blame for their own mistakes.
Immobile retires: Serie A defenders can finally breathe
Ciro Immobile, Serie A's all-time leading scorer, announced his retirement from professional football, ending a legendary career that saw him win multiple scoring titles and a Capocannoniere record. The 34-year-old Italian striker leaves behind a legacy of clinical finishing and a trophy cabinet that includes the European Golden Shoe.
Source: Immobile retires: Serie A defenders can finally breathe — Goal.com
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