Igor Protti, former Italian striker, dies at age 58
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Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Igor Protti has passed away at the age of 58 after a long illness, as announced by his family. Known for his time at clubs such as Napoli, Empoli, and Messina, Protti's legacy in Italian football includes being the only player to finish as the Serie A leading scorer while playing for a relegated team. His family shared a farewell message reflecting on his love for family and fans. Protti had been diagnosed with cancer in July 2025, which unfortunately spread to his vertebrae.
- •Protti died at night, with his family confirming the news on Instagram.
- •He played for clubs including Livorno, Messina, Bari, Napoli, and Lazio.
- •Protti was diagnosed with cancer which spread to his vertebrae.
- •He became Capocannoniere in Serie A, Serie B, and Serie C.
- •He walked his daughter down the aisle shortly before his passing.
- 8:38 AMYahoo Sports — 🖤Italian football in mourning, Igor Protti dies
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Italian striker Protti dies at 58
"An Italian football legend has passed away after a long illness, as announced by his family. A sad day for the world of football in Italy, as after a long battle with illness, Igor Protti has passed a...
"Igor Protti’s family has announced the death of the former Italian striker at the age of 58 and, in accordance with his wishes, shared his final message: ‘This wonderful journey, like every match,...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 8:38 AM🖤Italian football in mourning, Igor Protti dies
An Italian football legend has passed away after a long illness, as announced by his family. A sad day for the world of football in Italy, as after a long battle with illness, Igor Protti has passed a...
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 8:30 AMFormer Italian striker Protti dies at 58
Igor Protti’s family has announced the death of the former Italian striker at the age of 58 and, in accordance with his wishes, shared his final message: ‘This wonderful journey, like every match,...
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