The touching embrace moment between Rui Costa and Batistuta at Fiorentina's centenary
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The touching embrace moment between Rui Costa and Batistuta at Fiorentina's centenary

Record29 August 2026 at 18:45

Benfica's president, Rui Costa, and Argentine legend Gabriel Batistuta reunited in Florence during Fiorentina's centenary celebrations. The moment was marked by a touching embrace between the two former teammates.

Rui Costa and Batistuta played together at Fiorentina during the 1990s, forming a memorable partnership in the attack of the Italian club. The reconnection between the two former teammates attracted the attention of fans present at the club's centenary celebrations.

The embrace between the two players represented a moment of great emotion, demonstrating the strong friendship they maintain since the times when they defended the viola colors. The images of this reunion quickly spread among football fans.

Fiorentina celebrated its centenary with various activities and illustrious presences, including former players who marked the club's history. Rui Costa, currently Benfica's president, and Batistuta were some of the highlights of this celebration.

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