China News Network, March 30. Turkey ’s legendary goalkeeper Rusto was previously diagnosed with new crown pneumonia, and according to foreign media reports, his condition is currently worsening in hospital, and his wife Isir Rebecca said Rusto is in a "critical phase".
Screenshot of Rusto's wife on social media.
Rebecca wrote on her social media post: "My husband was admitted to the hospital because he was diagnosed with the new crown virus. We were shocked by the sudden development of his illness." She also revealed that her test results were negative for her son and daughter . "This is a crucial and difficult time. My son, my daughter, and my daughter were all negative. Rustu has been taken to the hospital. We were not allowed to see him. Being unable to be with him was our most difficult thing to accept. Case."
For many Chinese fans, getting to know Rusto will start with the group stage of the 2002 World Cup. The goalkeeper, whose flag was always painted on his face, impressed the fans. In the match between the Chinese team and the Turkish team, the national football team nearly broke the gate guarded by Rustu.
World Cup group match between China and Turkey.
In the game, Yang Chen received Hao Haidong's pass in the penalty area and flew for a shot. Rusto could only watch the ball fly to the goal, but unfortunately the ball slammed on the goal post and popped out. Subsequently, Roustu was shocked, and Yang Chen fell to the court with regret. This scene became a lingering memory for many Chinese fans.
Yang Chen took a shot and hit the ball on the goal post.
After winning the national football at 3: 0 and being promoted to the top 16 as the group's second, Rusto and the Turkish team reached the semi-finals all the way, and finally won the best record in the history of the third place in the World Cup. And Rustu's performance was as divine, making him one of the best goalkeepers in this World Cup.
After becoming famous in the World Cup, Rusto also attracted the attention of many European giants. Finally, in the summer of 2003, 30-year-old Rusto officially transferred to Barcelona, thus becoming the first player in Turkish football history to join Barcelona. And when he was sent to the hospital for emergency treatment, the Barcelona club also sent a blessing: "Rustu, we love you, Barcelona is with you!"
In addition to La Liga giants Barcelona, his career has also played for Antalya Sports, Fenerbahce, Besiktas and other clubs. In 2012, Rusto announced his retirement.
In addition, Rustu has played 124 games on behalf of the Turkish national team and is a well-deserved goalkeeper in Turkish football. (Finish)