Francesco Toldo

• Full name: Francesco Toldo
• Date of birth: 2 December 1971
• Place of birth: Padua (Padova), Italy
• Nationality: Italian
• Position: Goalkeeper

Club career (highlights)

• Fiorentina (A.C. Fiorentina / ACF Fiorentina): Toldo joined Fiorentina in 1999, initially on loan from U.S. Lecce, and then became their first-choice goalkeeper. He played for Fiorentina during a turbulent period that included the club's bankruptcy and reformation — he remained a prominent figure until 2001, after which he moved to Internazionale (Inter Milan). His performances at Fiorentina, particularly in Serie A and in domestic cup competitions, helped raise his profile nationally and internationally.
• Earlier clubs: Began his professional career with hometown club Hellas Verona (youth) and made senior appearances for clubs including Ravenna, Fiorenzuola, and U.S. Foggia before establishing himself at Parma and then at Fiorentina.
• Inter Milan (Internazionale): 2001–2010 — Toldo enjoyed major success at Inter, winning multiple Serie A titles, Coppa Italia trophies and a UEFA Champions League runners-up appearance among other honours. He often alternated with other keepers but was a key figure, especially in the early 2000s.
• Later career: After leaving Inter, Toldo had a brief spell at ACF Fiorentina’s city rivals and later retired from professional play; he stayed involved in football in various capacities post-retirement.

International career

• Italy national team goalkeeper — Toldo was Italy’s backup and occasional starter in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
• Most notably served as Italy’s starting goalkeeper at UEFA Euro 2000 after Gianluigi Buffon was injured; his performances helped Italy reach the final, where they finished as runners-up to France.
• Earned around 28 caps for Italy (exact count varies by source depending on inclusion of non-A matches).

Style of play and legacy

• Known for his height (around 1.96 m / 6 ft 5 in), excellent shot-stopping, command of the penalty area on crosses, and strong penalty-saving reputation.
• Remembered as one of Italy’s top goalkeepers of his era and a club icon particularly for his time at Fiorentina and Inter Milan.

Honours (selected)

• Serie A titles (with Inter)
• Coppa Italia titles (with Inter)
• Supercoppa Italiana (with Inter)
• UEFA club competition appearances, domestic trophies and international final at Euro 2000 with Italy

Retirement and post-playing

• Toldo retired from professional football in the 2010s. After retiring he has been involved in football-related roles and activities, including ambassadorial and charity work; specifics varied over time.