Paolo Maldini vs Franco Baresi
Paolo Maldini vs Franco Baresi: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Paolo Maldini and Franco Baresi?
Maldini and Baresi formed a formidable defensive partnership at AC Milan, often regarded as one of the best in football history. Their synergy and understanding on the pitch were pivotal in Milan's dominance during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Paolo Maldini
Key numbers
- Total Appearances902
- Total Goals40
- International Caps126
- International Goals7
- Champions League Appearances174
Top honours
- FIFA World CupRunner-up (1994)
- UEFA European ChampionshipRunner-up (2000)
- UEFA Champions League5 titles (1962–63, 1968–69, 1989–90, 1993–94, 2002–03)
- Serie A7 titles (1987–88, 1991–92, 1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99, 2003–04)
- Coppa Italia1 title (2002–03)
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Franco Baresi
Key numbers
- Total Appearances719
- Total Goals40
- International Caps81
- International Goals0
Top honours
- FIFA World CupWinner (1990)
- UEFA Champions League3 titles (1988–89, 1989–90, 1993–94)
- Serie A6 titles (1987–88, 1991–92, 1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99)