Barcelona pays tribute to Franco Baresi at his funeral FC Barcelona was present at the funeral of Franco Baresi, the legendary Milan captain who passed away at 66. Juan Manuel Asensi and Antonio Olmo, president and secretary of the Agrupació Barça Jugadors, represented the club at the Basilica of San Ambrosio in Milan.
Who represented Barcelona? Former players Juan Manuel Asensi and Antonio Olmo, both linked to the Agrupació Barça Jugadors, attended the funeral on behalf of the club. Asensi, a historic midfielder for Barcelona in the 70s, and Olmo, a former defender, showed the club's respect for Baresi.
Why is this gesture significant? Franco Baresi was an icon of Italian football and a reference for generations of defenders. His legacy transcends borders, and Barcelona wanted to acknowledge his impact on the sport. The presence of Asensi and Olmo reflects the club's respect for the great players in history.
What happened at the funeral? Thousands of fans gathered at the Basilica of San Ambrosio to bid farewell to Baresi. Figures like Claudio Ranieri, Roberto Baggio, and Paolo Maldini also attended. Barcelona, the La Liga leader with 94 points last season, showed its solidarity with the football world.
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