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July 31, 2026
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Legendary Italian football defender Franco Baresi dies aged 66

Legendary Italian football defender Franco Baresi dies aged 66

A World Cup winner with Italy in 1982 and a finalist at the 1994 World Cup, Baresi is regarded as one of the greatest sweepers in football history...

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Legendary Italian football defender Franco Baresi has passed away at the age of 66. The iconic captain of AC Milan was a World Cup winner and is considered one of the greatest defenders in football history.

  • Franco Baresi, a World Cup winner with Italy in 1982.
  • The former captain of AC Milan, who won three European Cups and six Serie A titles with the club.
  • AC Milan is mourning the loss of Baresi, whose number 6 shirt has been retired by the club.

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