Salvatore “Totò” Schillaci, the Italy striker who was top scorer at the 1990 World Cup that his country hosted, has died. He was 59.

Watch the moment substitute Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci announced himself on the global stage at Italia 90, with his side's first goal during Italy's first match against Austria.

Italia ‘90 star Salvatore ‘Totò’ Schillaci has sadly passed away at the age of 59 following a brave battle with colon cancer, reports confirm on Wednesday morning.Italy legend Schillaci dies

Italian football legend Salvatore Schillaci has passed away at the age of 59. Schillaci was the top scorer at the 1990 World Cup, securing six goals and earning the Golden Boot. He also received the Golden Ball,

Salvatore Schillaci, former Italian forward and Golden Ball winner at the 1990 World Cup, has died at age 59. He played a pivotal role in Italy’s third-place finish that year. Schillaci had notable stints with Juventus and Inter Milan before making history in Japan's J.