Savicevic: Baresi Deserved Ballon d'Or, Blames Journalists

Dejan Savicevic says it's a shame Franco Baresi never won the Ballon d'Or, blaming journalists for not voting for him.

What happened. Dejan Savicevic paid tribute to Franco Baresi, saying he was a great player and person, and argued Baresi should have won the Ballon d'Or, blaming journalists for not voting for him.

• Savicevic praised Baresi's vision and understanding of the game.
• He recalled San Siro chants of 'one capitano'.
• He compared Baresi to Beckenbauer and Maldini.

“How could you not give the Ballon d’Or to Baresi? But that’s your fault.”

— Dejan Savicevic

Baresi's funeral will be held on Tuesday, with Milan icons gathering to pay respects.

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