Rome, 31 July (LaPresse) – With the death of Franco Baresi, “Italian football has lost one of its legends – an extraordinary champion who, throughout his entire career, wore only two shirts: that of Milan and the Azzurri. A romantic choice, which earned him a rightful place in the hearts of fans and millions of Italians. We shall remember him as he deserves during the national team’s upcoming matches – the very national team to which he always showed exceptional loyalty, becoming one of its most glorious symbols.” So said FIGC President Giovanni Malagò in a statement published on the Federation’s website, commemorating the career of Milan’s legendary captain. Condolences on the passing of Baresi have also been expressed on behalf of Claudio Ranieri, technical director and president of Club Italia, and national team manager Roberto Mancini.
Baresi’s death, Malagò: “One of the national team’s most glorious icons”
Rome, 31 July (LaPresse) – With the death of Franco Baresi, “Italian football has lost one of its legends – an extraordinary champion who, throughout his entire career, wore only two shirts: that of Milan and the Azzurri. A romantic choice, which earned him a rightful place in the hearts of fans and millions of Italians. We shall remember him as he deserves during the national team’s upcoming matches – the very national team to which he always showed exceptional loyalty, becoming one of its most glorious symbols.” So said FIGC President Giovanni Malagò in a statement published on the Federation’s website, commemorating the career of Milan’s legendary captain. Condolences on the passing of Baresi have also been expressed on behalf of Claudio Ranieri, technical director and president of Club Italia, and national team manager Roberto Mancini.
