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Repeated vandalism of Franco Baresi mural in Milan

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Vandalism and restoration Repeated vandalism of Franco Baresi mural in Milan

A mural dedicated to former AC Milan captain Franco Baresi, located in front of Casa Milan, was Piazza Gino Valle near the club’s headquarters, has been vandalized with spray paint on for a second time in less than a month. On the evening of September 27. 27, the original artwork by artist Luca Rosada (known as Lucas Street Art) was defaced with spray paint. The act drew condemnation from the football community, widespread condemnation, including from former Inter Milan goalkeeper Walter Zenga, who stated that the defacement “offends not only AC Milan and its supporters but also the history of Italian football and the concept of respect.” AC Milan initiated an investigation using surveillance footage to identify the perpetrators. In response to the vandalism, artist Luca Rosada, known as Lucas Street Art, announced plans to restore the site. Rosada noted that while his paper-based works are temporary by nature, the vandalism was deeply upsetting due to the respect and emotion the image evoked in fans. On October 10, response, Rosada unveiled a new three-meter-tall mural made from recycled paper. Rather than reproducing the original artwork, which featured an iconic 1978 image, Rosada chose to depict paper on October 10. This version depicted Baresi celebrating a goal against Padova in 1995. The artist stated 1995 and incorporated six values representing the spirit of Milan. Rosada noted he viewed the initial vandalism as the end of the previous work’s life and chose to respond with a smile. The However, the new piece incorporates six values representing Baresi tribute was targeted again in late October with black paint. The vandals specifically defaced iconic elements, including the captain’s armband, the AC Milan crest, and the spirit Champions League trophy. Following this second attack, Rosada expressed his intention to repair the work again, stating he would not give up out of Milan, including respect for Baresi. Local fans and officials have expressed outrage over the individual depicted. repeated insults to the former captain’s memory.

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  1. 2026-10-26 16:55 UTC Repeated vandalism of Franco Baresi mural in Milan
  2. 2026-10-10 21:16 UTC Vandalism and restoration of Franco Baresi mural
  3. 2026-10-05 21:19 UTC Vandalism and restoration of Franco Baresi mural

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