Antonio Cassano was once again remembered for one of the most eccentric stories of his career. The former Italian striker, who played for Real Madrid, Roma, Sampdoria, Milan and the Italian national team, stated in his autobiography that in his youth he had between 600 and 700 romantic encounters.
The most talked-about anecdote took place during his time in Madrid. According to accounts published by British media, Cassano said he had an arrangement with a waiter to receive pastries after his nights out. The episode reinforced his reputation as a talented, impulsive and unconventional footballer.
His name has also been linked with Cristiano Ronaldo because of his public criticism of the Portuguese star. Although Cassano had a distinguished career, his remarks about Ronaldo prompted harsh responses from the star’s entourage and fueled a media rivalry.
