Transfer to Juventus
After a spell with Parma, Gianluigi Buffon signs for Juventus. Juventus paid an exceptional fee for a goalkeeper to acquire Parma's Italian international.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Gianluigi Buffon Biography and Timeline
Follow Gianluigi Buffon through 3 dated historical records for Italy.
Gianluigi Buffon, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
3Distinct records
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2001–2006Years on this page
2001
2006
World Cup Winner
Gianluigi Buffon produces a composed goalkeeping performance against France, including a crucial save from a Zinedine Zidane header in extra time.
International Caps
Makes a crucial save from Zinedine Zidane's header in extra time of the 2006 World Cup final.
Records, sources and methodology
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