Franco Baresi

Italian football legend Franco Baresi passed away at the age of 66.

He played for AC Milan from 1977–1997, making 719 official appearances and captaining the club for 15 seasons.

Key Facts

• Italy international: 81 caps
• 1982 FIFA World Cup winner
• 1994 FIFA World Cup finalist
• Ballon d'Or runner-up: 1989
• AC Milan retired his No. 6 jersey.