AC Milan released an obituary today confirming the passing of Italian football legend and club icon Franco Baresi at the age of 66.
AC Milan Obituary
The entire history of AC Milan weeps following the passing of Franco Baresi. His exemplary spirit and integrity will forever be etched into the club’s DNA, just like his iconic number 6 jersey. In this difficult moment, AC Milan extends its deepest condolences to Franco Baresi’s family. Every Rossoneri fan shares this grief, as each person feels this loss personally.
Franco Baresi was born in 1960 and played as a defender. He spent his entire professional career with AC Milan. He still holds the club record of 719 appearances for AC Milan. He helped the club claim six Serie A titles, three UEFA Champions League trophies, two Intercontinental Cups and four Italian Super Cups.
Franco Baresi served as Honorary Vice President of AC Milan starting from 2020. He earned 81 caps for the Italian national team across all competitions and lifted the 1982 FIFA World Cup with Italy. Alongside Franz Beckenbauer, he is widely recognised as one of the greatest sweepers of the 20th century.
