AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi passes away at 66
Former AC Milan captain Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, as announced by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Baresi played his entire professional career with AC Milan, making over 700 appearances and winning numerous titles. He was also a key figure for Italy, earning 81 caps and winning the 1982 FIFA World Cup. The football world is mourning the loss of a player celebrated for both his achievements and character.
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- Franco Baresi spent his whole professional career at AC Milan, playing from 1977 to 1997.
- He won six Serie A titles, three European Cups, four Italian Super Cups, and two Intercontinental Cups with the club.
- On the international stage, Baresi was part of Italy's 1982 FIFA World Cup-winning squad and captained the team to the 1994 World Cup final.
- Tributes are pouring in from clubs, former teammates, players, and supporters.
- The football community remembers Baresi as one of the greatest defenders in history and honors his humility off the pitch.
