Former AC Milan defender Franco Baresi dies at 66
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His death was announced on Friday by Milan, the soccer club where he spent his entire 20-year playing career. No cause of death was given
In August 2025, Baresi underwent surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule and subsequently began a course of immunotherapy
His last public appearance was at the opening ceremony for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics in February
"His example and integrity will be forever etched into the Club`s DNA, just as his iconic number 6 shirt is," Milan said
With Milan, Baresi won three Champions League trophies, six Serie A titles, two Intercontinental Cups, three European Supercups and four Italian Supercups
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