Crowds line Milan streets to bid farewell to Franco Baresi

According to BBC Sport, thousands of people lined the streets of Milan to attend the funeral of Franco Baresi, the legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender.

The turnout brought the city to a moment of collective reflection as supporters, officials and football figures came together to honour a player whose name remains deeply tied to both the Rossoneri and the Italian national team.

Baresi was a defining presence in defence for club and country, and the scale of the public mourning reflected the respect he earned throughout his career.

The procession through the streets of Milan was a final tribute from the city where he spent his professional life, with fans of all ages gathering to say goodbye.