Cesare Poli, a key figure in Cagliari's 1970 Italian championship, has passed away at the age of 79. Born in Veneto, Poli was a versatile and determined player, capable of playing multiple positions on the pitch, from defensive midfielder to full-back. Born in Breganze, in the province of Vicenza, his footballing journey began with Lanerossi Vicenza, before moving to Inter Milan.
In 1969, Poli arrived at Cagliari as part of the exchange that brought Roberto Boninsegna to the Nerazzurri, along with teammates Gori and Domenghini. That year, Cagliari won its historic Scudetto, and Poli was a valuable asset, appearing in eleven games during the tricolor season.
After a brief return to Vicenza between 1971 and 1973, Poli returned to Cagliari, where he concluded his career in 1975 at the age of thirty. His footballing adventure ended with a total of 99 appearances for the rossoblù, but his love story with Cagliari never ended. Like many of his teammates from the Scudetto, including Riva, Brugnera, Reginato, Martiradonna, Greatti, Tomasini and Nenè, Poli decided to stay in Sardinia even after his retirement, establishing his home there for the rest of his life.
Despite his deep connection with football, once he hung up his boots, Poli chose not to continue playing, not even at an amateur level. The red and blue club, remembering his figure, underlined how Poli never hid that he loved athletics more than football. His versatility and dynamism made him one of the favourites of all the coaches who took turns on the bench of the Cagliari, knowing that they can count on him in any situation.
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