GdS: Most of Milan’s players did not betray Fonseca
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that most of Milan’s players “did not betray” coach Paulo Fonseca in their latest match against Udinese in Serie A, but today’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge at home An even more important test awaits the Rossoneri.
Fonseca made a solid decision in Milan’s 1-0 win over Udinese on Saturday, leaving Rafael Leao, Fikayo Tomori and Tammy Abraham on the bench.
The England pair infuriated the Portuguese manager by ignoring the penalty order against Fiorentina before the international break, but Leo remained on the bench on a technicality.
The Portuguese coach explained on Saturday that the team is “more important” than any player.
GdS: Most of Milan’s players did not betray Fonseca
La Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Sebastiano Vernazza points out that most Milan players “did not betray” their manager on Saturday, especially after Tigiani Lijnders received a straight red card in the first half. did.
Although some of Milan’s big names did not start Saturday’s game at San Siro, the reaction from the rest of the squad was encouraging. Fonseca also praised the players’ attitude in Monday’s pre-match press conference.
Milan’s players have proven they stand by their coach, but an even bigger challenge looms for the Rossoneri and the coach.
After today, Milan will host Club Brugge in the third round of the Champions League. The Rossoneri have already lost to Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen, and their next match in Europe will be against Real Madrid at the Bernabéu.
Needless to say, tonight’s match is a must-win for Diaboli and Fonseca, and we will expect a similar reaction from the group, especially Rafael Leao, who returns to the starting lineup.