AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi dies at 66
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Franco Baresi, a legendary defender for AC Milan and the Italian national team, has died at 66. Renowned for his leadership and defensive skills, Baresi is remembered as one of the greatest defenders in soccer history. His contributions to AC Milan saw him earn numerous titles, solidifying his status in the sport. The circumstances surrounding his passing have not been detailed.
- •Franco Baresi played for AC Milan and Italy.
- •He passed away at the age of 66.
- •Baresi is celebrated as one of soccer's greatest defenders.
- •His career included multiple titles at AC Milan.
- 7:24 AMESPN Soccer — Baresi, AC Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66
- 7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Franco Baresi, legendary AC Milan and Italy defender, dies aged 66
- 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — “Baresi is forever”: AC Milan pays heartfelt tribute as legendary captain Franco Baresi passes at 66
- 6:54 AMThe Guardian Sport — Franco Baresi, iconic former Milan and Italy defender, dies aged 66
- 6:51 AMYahoo Sports — AC Milan and Italy great Baresi dies aged 66
- 6:51 AMBBC Sport — AC Milan and Italy great Baresi dies aged 66
- 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — Milan and Italy legend Baresi dies at 66
- 6:36 AMYahoo Sports — Former AC Milan defender Franco Baresi dies at 66
"Italian icon had undergone surgery on pulmonary nodule ‘The entire history of Milan is in tears,’ Serie A club says The former Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi, one of the most recognisable players of the golden era of Italian football in the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 66. “The entire history of AC Milan is in tears following the passing of Franco Baresi,” his former club said on Friday. “His example and integrity will be forever etched into the club’s DNA, just as his iconic No 6 shirt is.” Continue reading...
"Franco Baresi, the former AC Milan defender and World Cup winner with Italy, has died. "The entire history of AC Milan is in tears," Milan said. In August 2025, Baresi underwent surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule and subsequently began a course of immunotherapy.
"Italian defender Franco Baresi, the captain of AC Milan in the 1980s and 1990s when they won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died at the age of 66, the club announced on Friday. "Milan is in tears following the passing of Franco Baresi.
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External links- ESPN SoccerJul 31, 2026, 7:24 AMBaresi, AC Milan and Italy legend, dies aged 66
Franco Baresi, the legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender, has died at the age of 66.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 7:14 AMFranco Baresi, legendary AC Milan and Italy defender, dies aged 66
The death of the three-time Champions League winning defender and World Cup champion was announced on Friday morning, with AC Milan in mourning
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 7:05 AM“Baresi is forever”: AC Milan pays heartfelt tribute as legendary captain Franco Baresi passes at 66
AC Milan have announced the passing of club great Franco Baresi at the age of 66.Regarded as one of the greatest defenders to have graced the game, Baresi spent his entire career with Milan to etch hi...
- The Guardian SportJul 31, 2026, 6:54 AMFranco Baresi, iconic former Milan and Italy defender, dies aged 66
Italian icon had undergone surgery on pulmonary nodule ‘The entire history of Milan is in tears,’ Serie A club says The former Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi, one of the most recognisable players of the golden era of Italian football in the 1980s and 1990s, has died at the age of 66. “The entire history of AC Milan is in tears following the passing of Franco Baresi,” his former club said on Friday. “His example and integrity will be forever etched into the club’s DNA, just as his iconic No 6 shirt is.” Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:51 AMAC Milan and Italy great Baresi dies aged 66
AC Milan and Italy great Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, the Italian club announces.
- BBC SportJul 31, 2026, 6:51 AMAC Milan and Italy great Baresi dies aged 66
AC Milan and Italy great Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66, the Italian club announces.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:50 AMMilan and Italy legend Baresi dies at 66
Milan and Italian football mourn Franco Baresi, who died last night at the age of 66.Former Milan and Italy defender Baresi has died.Milan pay tribute to legendary Baresi“The entire history of AC Mi...
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:36 AMFormer AC Milan defender Franco Baresi dies at 66
Franco Baresi, the former AC Milan defender and World Cup winner with Italy, has died. "The entire history of AC Milan is in tears," Milan said. In August 2025, Baresi underwent surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule and subsequently began a course of immunotherapy.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:25 AMFootball Mourns the Loss of Milan and Italy Icon Baresi
Legendary Milan defender Franco Baresi has passed away at age 66, the club confirmed. His elegance, command, and ability in the back made him one of the most recognized symbols of Italian football. He...
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:21 AMLegendary Italian football defender Franco Baresi has died: AC Milan
Italian defender Franco Baresi, the captain of AC Milan in the 1980s and 1990s when they won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died at the age of 66, the club announced on Friday. "Milan is in tears following the passing of Franco Baresi.
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