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AC Milan Legend Franco Baresi Passes Away at 66
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THE BRIEF
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AC Milan icon and 1982 World Cup winner Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, as confirmed by the Italian football club on July 31, 2026.
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Baresi spent his entire 20-year professional career at Milan, making over 700 appearances and winning three Champions League titles and six Serie A trophies before retiring in 1997.
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The club retired his iconic number 6 jersey in his honor, and the Italian football federation plans a tribute for the legendary defender during the next national team match.