Mourners line streets of Milan for legend Baresi's funeral
Thousands gather on the streets of Milan for the funeral of legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi.
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Alessandro Costacurta is a former AC Milan defender and team-mate of Franco Baresi.
Christian Pulisic is a star forward for the United States soccer team.
Clarence Seedorf is a former Dutch football player and current pundit.
Franco Baresi was a legendary defender and captain for AC Milan and the Italian national team.
Marco van Basten is a former AC Milan striker and club great.
Paolo Maldini is a legendary Italian football defender and the current technical director of the Italian Football Federation.
Roberto Baggio is a retired Italian footballer famous for his playmaking and goal-scoring abilities.
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Thousands gather on the streets of Milan for the funeral of legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi.
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