Francesco Totti: C'è Solo un Capitano

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  1. Vulpinous

    Vulpinous Moderator
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    Mar 15, 2007
    Jersey Shore
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  2. romanista8910

    romanista8910 Member+

    May 7, 2010
    Roma
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    Amazing letter. Really got me. Lots of emotions flowing. Thank you vulp.
     
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  3. federicoturano

    Aug 7, 2015
    Really emotional
     
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  4. Andreas

    Andreas Member+

    May 1, 2011
    Netherlands
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    Greece
    I can't believe this is the last day. It feels surreal.
     
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  5. La Magica

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    Aug 1, 2011
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  6. La Magica

    La Magica Member+

    Aug 1, 2011
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    A young vulp
     
  7. Java65

    Java65 Member+

    Oct 2, 2012
    North Carolina
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    I hate to say it but the decision needed to be made. He's 40 and always injured. I followed Roma before Totti and saw GG forced out.

    It really is time for him to retire and he is just not able to make that decision on his own.
     
  8. Midgo

    Midgo Member

    Oct 8, 2011
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    I started following Roma when Batigol moved there, but Totti made a Roma fan out of me, it will be weird watching Roma without Totti.
     
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  9. falvo

    falvo Member+

    Mar 27, 2005
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    #9 falvo, May 28, 2017
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    Its a river of tears at the Olimpico! I can't believe all the emotion!


    ...The Capitano just signed a ball and kicked into the stands....
     
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  10. La Magica

    La Magica Member+

    Aug 1, 2011
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    It's live on YouTube as well for anyone without a stream.
     
  11. johnny6

    johnny6 Member+

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    Jun 29, 2011
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    Today a legend has left the soccer world, one of the most influential, aspiring, dedicated role models many have looked up to, me included. When the word "captain" is spoken in any soccer conversation the first and only person that pops up in my head is Totti, i will really miss this guy and the great talents i was fortunate to witness.
     
  12. falvo

    falvo Member+

    Mar 27, 2005
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  13. Deand21594

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    Jan 24, 2012
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    Wow what a day :cry:
     
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  14. Veselin10

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    Aug 24, 2015
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    I haven't cried in 15 years, but i totally broke down in tears today.
     
  15. Matrim

    Matrim Member+

    Feb 10, 2014
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    Before this match I was hoping that Totti would retire, but during the farewell time I've realized that he has given so much to Roma, that he deserves to get as much happiness from football as possible.

    And if getting 2-3 more years somewhere else is what he needs from the game, then so be it. He deserves it for being such a great inspiration on and off the pitch.

    My favorite player. I don't think that I'd have another after him. It's been a wonderful 17 years of being aware of the magic called Totti and Roma. And they are still magical, even it's an end of an era for us romanisti, life goes on for Roma and it goes on for Totti - and that's kind of reassuring and beautiful in its own way.
     
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  16. Vulpinous

    Vulpinous Moderator
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    Mar 15, 2007
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    I haven't cried since my dog died when I was 20
     
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  17. falvo

    falvo Member+

    Mar 27, 2005
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  18. sharkmen

    sharkmen Member

    May 29, 2016
    It was a beautiful ending of a beautiful player. What a legend.
     
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  19. Matrim

    Matrim Member+

    Feb 10, 2014
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    Can someone summarize the things Totti said when he spoke at the end? Anything of note?
     
  20. Veselin10

    Veselin10 Member

    Aug 24, 2015
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    “We’re here, the moment has arrived. Unfortunately, the moment has arrived that I hoped would never come,” said Totti to the crowd in his speech.

    “Over the last few days, so much has been said about me, such wonderful things. You were behind me, pushing me on during difficult moments, and that’s why I want to say thank you to everyone.

    “I cried on my own, like crazy! You can’t just forget 25 years like this. I thank everyone, even if this is not easy for me. I spoke to my wife about what these years have been like.

    “I thank my mother and father, my brother, family and friends. Thank you to my wife and three children. I wanted to start from this, because I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to get to the end of it.

    “It is impossible to explain 28 years in a few phrases. I’d love to do it with a song or a poem, but I’m no good at those. I tried to express myself through my feet, because everything seems easier that way.

    “Speaking of which, do you know my favourite toy when I was young? The football! And it still is. But at a certain point, you have to grow up. That’s what they told me, that time had made its decision.

    “Damn you, time! The same that on that June 17, 2001 we wanted to go so fast. I couldn’t wait to hear the referee blow his whistle three times and it still gives me goosebumps now.

    “Now time has come and tapped me on the shoulder, telling me I have to grow up. He said, from tomorrow, you will be an adult. Take off your shorts and boots, from now you are a man and can no longer smell the grass, feel the sun in your face, the adrenaline that consumes you and the satisfaction of celebrating.

    “I asked myself over these months why I am waking up from this dream. You know when you’re a child, and you’re dreaming something wonderful until your mother wakes you up to go to school? You try to get back to sleep, but will never be back in that same dream. The spell is broken.

    “This time it wasn’t a dream, it was reality. I want to dedicate this letter to all the children who cheered me on, to those who perhaps grew up with me and became fathers.

    “I like to think of my career as a fairy-tale to tell… and this is the worst part. Now it really is over. I take off my shirt for the last time. I will fold it nicely, even if I have to admit I’m not ready to say it’s over and maybe I never will be.

    “Sorry if during this period I didn’t give interviews or clarified my thoughts, but it’s not easy to switch that light off. Now I am afraid. It’s not the same fear you have in front of the goal when you need to score a penalty. This time I cannot see through the holes in the net what lies beyond.

    “So allow me to be a little afraid. This time I am the one who needs you and your warmth. What you’ve always shown me. With your affection, I will certainly be able to turn the page and throw myself into a new adventure.

    “Now is the moment to thank my teammates, Coaches, directors, Presidents, all those who worked alongside me over the years. The fans, the Curva Sud, a reference point for us Romans and Romanisti.

    “Being born Roman and Romanisti is a privilege. Being captain of this team was an honour. You are and always will be in my life. I might not be able to have fun with my feet any more, but my heart will always be with you.

    “Now I walk down those stairs, enter the locker room that welcomed me when I was a child and I leave now that I am a man.

    “I am happy and proud to have given 28 years of my love to Roma. I love you!”
     
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  21. ShoelessMan

    ShoelessMan In vino veritas!

    Jan 25, 2006
    Houston
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    United States
    best... retirement speech... EVER!!!
     
  22. LordNelson

    LordNelson Member+

    May 29, 2012
    London
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    England
    Il Capitano... the greatest of them all.
     
  23. Goduerza

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    Jun 13, 2008
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  24. TheNewMeazza

    TheNewMeazza Member

    May 14, 2017
    gianluigibuffonSiamo cresciuti insieme.
    Ci siamo affrontati da avversari. Abbiamo gioito e pianto insieme.
    Buona vita Francesco. Qualunque sia la tua strada, qualunque sia la tua prossima sfida. #TottiDay
     
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  25. chaponga

    chaponga Member

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    Jul 11, 2011
    Arizona
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    this picture makes my heart hurt
     
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