AC Milan legend Franco Baresi passes away at 66

Italian football icon and former AC Milan captain Franco Baresi has died at the age of 66. The news was officially confirmed by the club on social media, ending his long and brave battle with cancer.

This tragic confirmation follows a period of confusion, as just two days earlier on July 29, 2026, AC Milan had issued a formal statement denying premature reports of Baresi’s death. While the initial rumors proved false at the time, the club had acknowledged that Baresi was facing a delicate health situation related to a lung tumor removal surgery he underwent roughly a year ago.

Baresi, nicknamed "Piscinin," is remembered as one of the most iconic figures in Milan's history. Following the official announcement of his passing, the club and the broader football community have begun paying tribute to his legendary career. No further information regarding funeral arrangements or memorials has been provided at this stage.