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Rafael Leao is pleased for Milan ending a two-year drought thanks to the late comeback against Inter and discussed the arrival of Sergio Conceiçao and more.

Leao Discusses His Milan Future, Fonseca, and Conceiçao

January 10, 2025 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Rafael Leao is pleased for Milan ending a two-year drought thanks to the late comeback against Inter and discussed the arrival of Sergio Conceiçao in an interview: “He brought energy and a new mentality, which helped us triumph."

Supercoppa Italiana Preview: Juventus vs Milan – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

January 2, 2025 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Juventus, Serie A, Supercoppa Leave a comment

A place in the Supercoppa Italiana final is on the line as Juventus and Milan lock horns at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. With both teams adrift of the Serie A title pace, this seems like a perfect opportunity to avoid another trophyless season.

RedBird advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic talked alongside Sergio Conceiçao on Tuesday, addressing the way Milan fumbled the sacking of Paulo Fonseca timing-wise.

Ibrahimovic Apologizes to Fonseca, Explains Firing

December 31, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

RedBird advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic talked alongside Sergio Conceiçao on Tuesday, addressing the way Milan fumbled the sacking of Paulo Fonseca timing-wise and motivating the decision to opt for a coaching change: "We thank him for his professionalism."

Milan had already decided to fire Paulo Fonseca and appoint Sergio Conceiçao before the Roma match. The decent performance wasn’t enough.

Milan Poised to Sack Coach Fonseca and Hire Conceiçao

December 30, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Milan had already decided to fire Paulo Fonseca and appoint Sergio Conceiçao before the Roma match. The decent performance wasn’t enough to change their mind. Despite the leaks, they waited until the boss held his post-game press conference.

Tijjani Reijnders is inching closer to a renewal amid a brilliant start of the season, as he has already scored more in his entire maiden one at Milan.

Milan Player Ratings vs Roma: Depleted Rossoneri Held Again

December 29, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Player Ratings, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Roma held injury-hit Milan to a 1-1 draw in Sunday's mouth-watering Serie A showdown at Stadio San Siro. Despite taking an early lead, the Rossoneri had to settle for another gut-wrenching point, losing further ground on the top-four pace.

Serie A Preview: Milan vs Roma – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

December 28, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Stadio San Siro forms the backdrop for a heavyweight Serie A showdown between European hopefuls Milan and Roma. Both teams will be desperate to sign off for 2024 in style when they lock horns on Sunday evening.

Rafael Leao will begin on the bench in Tuesday’s Champions League clash versus Slovan Bratislava. Noah Okafor will get the nod.

Barcelona Take Concrete Steps to Sign Milan Stalwart Next Summer

December 28, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Barcelona, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are reportedly ready to step up their long-standing interest in Milan talisman Rafael Leao. According to Calciomercato, Los Blaugranas could launch an assault on the 25-year-old at the end of the season.

Milan didn’t shine but defeated Hellas Verona, doing enough to keep Paulo Fonseca on the bench. The management was reluctant anyway.

Milan Obtained Clause to Get Out of Fonseca Contract

December 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan didn’t shine but defeated Hellas Verona, doing enough to keep Paulo Fonseca on the bench. The management was reluctant about a midseason coaching change anyway. Things would really have to go sideways for that to happen.

Star Midfielder Reflects on Life in Milan: “I Truly Consider It Home”

December 26, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan standout performer Tijjani Reijnders opened up on his life at Stadio San Siro after becoming one of the fan favorites. During his comprehensive interview with MilanTV, the Netherlands international admitted he feels at home.

Milan president Paolo Scaroni let it be known that Milan continue to defend Paulo Fonseca and addressed the skirmish with Inter.

Milan Head Quashes Recent Beef with Inter, Backs Coach

December 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan president Paolo Scaroni let it be known that Milan continue to defend Paulo Fonseca and addressed the skirmish with Inter. The Rossoneri are already 14 points below the top of the table and need to make up ground in the UCL race.

Paulo Fonseca blamed the referee for the recent defeat against Atalanta and was adamant that Charles De Ketelaere fouled Theo Hernandez on the opening goal.

Milan Still Reluctant to Sack Paulo Fonseca Despite Miserable Serie A Campaign

December 22, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Paulo Fonseca's managerial tenure at Milan has been among the major talking points in Serie A this season. Despite the club's impressive UEFA Champions League renaissance, immense domestic issues keep the Portuguese tactician on a tight leash.

Atalanta have thrown their hat in the ring for Morten Frendrup, who’s drawing a lot of suitors thanks to his stellar performances at Genoa.

Milan Defender Praises High-Flying Midfielder After Hellas Verona Win

December 21, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan defender Matteo Gabbia hailed the atmosphere in the Rossoneri dressing room following a gutsy 1-0 win at Hellas Verona. Tijjani Reijnders' second-half winner inspired Paulo Fonseca's injury-hit side to an all-important triumph at Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi.

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