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Legendary AC Milan Defender Franco Baresi Dies at 66 After Cancer Battle
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First reported by N12 · 13 minutes ago
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Franco Baresi, legendary AC Milan defender and 1982 World Cup winner with Italy, died at 66 after battling cancer. He captained Milan for 15 years, won three Champions League titles, and was honored by retiring his jersey. Baresi earned 82 caps for Italy and was celebrated as one of football's greatest defenders.
- 01Franco Baresi, AC Milan legend and World Cup winner, died at 66 after cancer battle.
- 02He captained Milan from age 22 for 15 years and led a historic defense under Arrigo Sacchi.
- 03Baresi won three Champions League titles and six Serie A championships with Milan.
- 04Milan retired his jersey number, honoring his rare Ballon d'Or runner-up finish as a defender.
- 05He earned 82 caps for Italy and was named to the 1990 World Cup All-Star team.
- 06After retiring, Baresi coached Milan’s youth teams and is survived by his son Edoardo.
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