Milan honors legendary defender
Franco Baresi, the legendary Milan defender and former captain of the Italian club, has passed away at the age of 66. Baresi is considered one of the greatest libero players in football history, having won three UEFA Champions League titles and six Italian league titles with Milan. He also secured a World Cup victory with Italy in 1982 and reached the final in 1994. Known for his technical skills and leadership qualities, Baresi was highly respected on and off the field. After retiring in 1997, he took on various roles within and outside the club, focusing on charitable work. His last appearance was at a major global sporting event. The cause of death was not announced, but he had undergone surgery to remove a lung nodule in August 2025 and remained closely linked to Milan throughout his life.
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