Legendary Argentine goalkeeper Gatti dead at 80
- Argentinian goalkeeper Hugo Gatti has died at the age of 80, as confirmed by sources.
- Gatti, known as El Loco, made over 350 appearances for Boca Juniors and represented the Argentinian national team 18 times.
- He was hospitalized after complications following hip surgery and contracted pneumonia while in intensive care.
- Gatti was credited with being one of the first goalkeepers to wear gloves and regularly leave his penalty area.
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Argentine goalkeeper great Hugo ‘El Loco’ Gatti has died at 80
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Hugo Gatti, nicknamed “El Loco” and considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in Argentine history, has died. He was 80.

Argentine goalkeeper great Hugo 'El Loco' Gatti has died at 80
Hugo Gatti, nicknamed “El Loco” and considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in Argentine history, has died. He was 80. The Argentine Football Association and the South American Football Confederation announced the news on Monday. He died at Pirovano Hospital…
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