The 31-year-old Caldara announced his retirement: He was close to returning after a serious injury, but his knee was crushed during training.

. It helps you rediscover yourself in a different perspective and perception. It feels beautiful. I am determined to cherish every moment and everything I have. Life can change you in an instant. I want to be grateful. As for football, I can only say thank you. Yes, it pained me. But pain also has meaning. I decided to say goodbye to it. This is the first time I have done this through this letter.

Goodbye, football, I'm ready to say goodbye to you. I did it. I feel more relaxed. I finally felt free to be myself. I put this pen on the table. I can stand up from this chair and start walking.

The curtain falls. Standing on the field now is Mattia.