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AC Milan announced the passing of Franco Baresi, the club’s iconic defender whose 20‑year spell, three European Cups and 1982 World Cup victory defined an era. Tributes highlight his enduring influence, from the retired No. 6 jersey to a recent torch‑bearing appearance at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Franco Baresi, celebrated for his leadership and longevity at AC Milan and the Italian national team, passed away at 66, leaving behind a legacy of six Serie A titles, three European Cups and a World Cup triumph.
AC Milan confirmed the death of Franco Baresi, a defender who spent two decades with the club, won multiple championships and was the first player to have his number retired, but the circumstances of his passing have not been revealed.
Franco Baresi, the legendary AC Milan defender and 1982 World Cup champion, passed away at 66, leaving behind a legacy of three European Cups, six Serie A titles and a lasting impact on Italian football.
Franco Baresi, who devoted his entire playing career to AC Milan and captained Italy to the 1994 World Cup final, passed away on Friday morning. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the soccer world.
Franco Baresi, who spent 20 years at AC Milan and captained Italy, has died at 66. Tributes highlight his loyalty, leadership and lasting impact on the sport.
Franco Baresi, the legendary Milan and Italy defender, has died at 66, leaving behind a legacy of six league titles, three European Cups and a World Cup triumph.
Franco Baresi, the iconic AC Milan centre‑back and 1982 World Cup winner, died on Saturday at the age of 66. His two‑decade spell with Milan yielded six Serie A crowns, three European Cups and a World Cup, cementing his status as one of the game’s greatest defenders.
AC Milan announced the passing of Franco Baresi, a cornerstone of the club’s golden era and a symbol of loyalty in Italian football.
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A farm‑boy turned captain, Franco Baresi spent two decades embodying the tactical elegance of AC Milan, a journey that intertwined personal sacrifice with a legacy that still reverberates across the pitch.