Franco Baresi honored in last public appearance at San Siro
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 10:35 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Franco Baresi, the Milan and Italy football legend, made his last public appearance at San Siro on February 6, 2026, carrying the Olympic Torch during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Games. Baresi, who recently passed away at 66, had been battling health issues, including immunotherapy following surgery for a pulmonary nodule. He expressed that this experience was the most emotional moment of his sporting life, recalling the honor and significance of the Olympic Torch. All Serie A clubs, including AC Milan's rivals, have paid tribute to him.
- •Baresi died at 66 after fighting health issues.
- •His last public appearance was at San Siro in February 2026.
- •He carried the Olympic Torch with Beppe Bergomi.
- •All Serie A clubs paid tribute to Baresi following his death.
- •Baresi described his torch-bearing experience as incredibly emotional.
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Video: Baresi’s last and ‘most emotional’ appearance at San Siro
"Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi made his last appearance at San Siro this past February, carrying the Olympic Torch alongside Beppe Bergomi.Former Milan and Italy defender Baresi has died at 66.T...
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