Weah honors Baresi, mourns passing of AC Milan teammate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
George Weah has expressed his condolences following the death of Franco Baresi, who passed away at 66 after battling illness. The former AC Milan defender is remembered for his significant contributions during a 20-year career at the club. Baresi's funeral is scheduled for Tuesday in Milan, where many former teammates and supporters are expected to attend. Weah, who played alongside Baresi from 1995 to 2000, described him as a pivotal figure in the team's successes and an irreparable loss.
- •Franco Baresi died on July 31 at the age of 66.
- •Weah played with Baresi at AC Milan from 1995 to 2000.
- •Baresi's funeral will take place in Milan on Tuesday.
- •Weah praised Baresi's guidance and influence on the team.
- •Tributes have been pouring in for the late defender since his passing.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Weah pays tribute to Milan teammate Baresi: ‘Big brother, an irreparable loss’
"George Weah has paid his public respects to his former teammate Franco Baresi, who has died at the age of 66: ‘This unfortunate passing is an irreparable loss’.Baresi died at the age of 66 on Frid...
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