Gattuso, who helped Italian soccer win World Cup glory in 2006, has always been a symbol in the hearts of fans for his iconic beard. But recently, for the sake of charity fundraising, he decided to shave off that familiar beard and replaced it with a "fresh and handsome" new look, which even his former teammates were surprised to recognize.
The 46-year-old Gadusu, who took charge of Croatian top-flight team Xaad this summer, has been known as the "bearded man" since 22 years ago. In a bid to raise money for men's health charities, he shaved in exchange for 10,000 euros, a move that not only won him praise from fans but also from his players, who marveled at the new face on the training ground.
Talking about shaving, Gaduso laughed and said, "I was mentally prepared for it. A few days ago, I applied more cream, but the world didn't change. You will still see Gadusu at home, but the beard will eventually be reborn!" He added a promise that if Shad wins the Croatian league title this year, he will celebrate by shaving his beard again.
