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Milan honors Baresi as clubs prepare for competitive fixtures

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 6:53 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Milan honors Baresi as clubs prepare for competitive fixtures

Summary

Franco Baresi, AC Milan's iconic captain, is commemorated by Italian football with tributes across major newspapers. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is in negotiations with Vinicius, presenting their final offer to retain the player. Hansi Flick's FC Barcelona revealed a youthful squad, highlighted by Hamza's brace during a penalty shootout loss to Birmingham. Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez faces a deadline for reporting, or else he may be sold. Sevilla secured a 2-1 win over NEC, showcasing young talent with goals from Isaac Romero and Ibra Sow.

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By the Numbers

•Franco Baresi honored in Italy as clubs pay tribute.
•Real Madrid's final offer for Vinicius is on the table.
•Barcelona's Flick Team loses in a penalty shootout to Birmingham.
•Atlético Madrid gives Julián Álvarez until August 10 to report.
•Sevilla beats NEC 2-1 with goals from Romero and Sow.

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6:53 AMYahoo Sports — 🗞️ Front pages: Vinicius file, a pharaoh at Barça, Baresi farewell

What they're saying

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Football Saturday mourns Franco Baresi, Milan’s eternal captain in Italy, with Gazzetta devoting its entire front page to him and the rest of the newspapers joining in the condolences.In Madrid, mea...
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