Franco Baresi, the legendary AC Milan defender and World Cup winner with Italy, has died at the age of 66. "The entire history of AC Milan is in tears," Milan said. "Announcing the loss of someone who embodied the heart and soul of AC Milan, is incredibly difficult. "Italian football has lost one of its legends," declared Italian Football Federation President Giovanni Malago. "An extraordinary champion who wore only two jerseys throughout his career: AC Milan and the Azzurri.