Italian football legend, captain of Milan and Italy
Franco Baresi, AC Milan’s one-club captain and World Cup winner, has died at 66. Milan confirms the death; he had undergone lung surgery in 2025 and was receiving treatment. His legacy includes six Serie A titles, three European Cups, and a lasting influence on Milan’s identity.
Italy has appointed Roberto Mancini as head coach after a chaotic recruitment process following World Cup qualification failure. Maldini and Leonardo have departed amid leadership shifts while the federation pursues a long-term overhaul and considers other candidates.