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[VIDEO] Paolo Maldini Cries at Franco Baresi's Funeral
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[VIDEO] Paolo Maldini Cries at Franco Baresi's Funeral

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini was seen crying at the funeral of Franco Baresi.
  • Baresi was a former captain and teammate of Maldini's at AC Milan and the Italian national team.
  • Many other AC Milan legends attended the funeral in Milan.

AC Milan icon Paolo Maldini was visibly emotional, shedding tears during the funeral of Franco Baresi, another legendary figure from the club. The funeral, held at the Basilica of San Ambrogio in Milan, was attended by a multitude of football figures.

Maldini, a former defender for Italy and a symbol of AC Milan, was captured on social media wiping away tears during a tribute to Baresi. Baresi, who was Maldini's captain and teammate for both AC Milan and the Italian national team, was deeply respected by his former colleague.

The service saw the presence of numerous other AC Milan greats, including Marco Van Basten, Roberto Donadoni, Demetrio Albertini, Alessandro Costacurta, and Roberto Baggio. Their attendance underscored the significant impact Baresi had on the club and the sport.

Franco Baresi is widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football history. His long and illustrious career with AC Milan, where he spent his entire professional playing time, cemented his status as a club icon. His leadership and defensive prowess were instrumental in the team's numerous successes.

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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.