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Juventus fans honor Franco Baresi before the Serie A match against Milan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 7:20 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Juventus fans honor Franco Baresi before the Serie A match against Milan

Summary

Juventus supporters held a tribute for AC Milan legend Franco Baresi before the Serie A match at Allianz Juventus Stadium on September 6, 2026. The stadium broadcast a message regarding the former captain’s leadership and impact on the sport, which prompted a standing ovation from those in attendance. Fans also displayed a banner reading "07-03-1990: Thank you Baresi," referencing a historical gesture where Baresi laid 39 roses at Heysel Stadium to honor victims of the 1985 tragedy. This match marks the first meeting between the two clubs since the death of Baresi in July at the age of 66. The match remains in progress at the venue as part of the current Serie A season.

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Key Details

•Juventus supporters paid tribute to the late Franco Baresi before the match in Turin.
•A banner referenced Baresi's act of placing 39 roses at the Heysel Stadium site in 1990.
•Baresi died in July 2026 at the age of 66.
•The match between Juventus and Milan kicked off at 19:45 local time.

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7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Juventus fans pay tribute to Baresi ahead of Milan match: ‘With infinite respect’

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Juventus fans paid tribute to Milan legend Franco Baresi ahead of this evening’s Serie A match, referencing a specific incident that left its mark in 1990.The game kicked off at the Allianz Juventus...
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