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Best and Worst Milan Performers in the First Half of the Season

December 31, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tactical Trends

For the second season in a row, Stefano Pioli's men went on to a blistering start, before dropping their pace and squandering the Serie A lead in favor of their crosstown rivals. As for the players, some of them rose to the challenge, while others left much to be desired. So let's take a look at the best and worst performers at Milan during the first half of the 2021/22 season.

The Best XI Serie A Players in the First-Half of 2021/22

December 27, 2021 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tactical Trends

Last Wednesday, Serie A officially reached its half way point following the conclusion of round 19. The clubs dispatched their troops to join their loved ones for the holiday season before resuming action on January 6. So we'll take a look back at the first half of the season and honor its best performers. So here are our Best XI Serie A players thus far in 2021/22.

Mourinho’s Christmas Box: Four Arrivals to Improve Roma

December 17, 2021 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends, Transfer Market

Since his arrival to the capital this past summer, the Special One has been repeatedly reminding anyone who'd listen of two things. First, José Mourinho loves Roma. Second, José Mourinho doesn't like the depth of his Roma squad. So let's have a look at four player who would make for great Christmas presents from Santa Claus, also known as sporting director Tiago Pinto.

Why the Atalanta Defense Could Cost Them a Scudetto

December 14, 2021 Will Presnell Atalanta, Champions League, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tactical Trends, Villareal

Atalanta's defense is rarely discussed, as the club has long been the attacking standard of Italy. Under manager Gian Piero Gasperini, La Dea has developed a strong offensive identity, scoring the most goals in Serie A for three seasons. However, the club’s defensive weaknesses may cost it a chance to win its first title.

At 30-years-old, Messias is not a young prospect, but at Milan he could last longer than most his age

Analyzing the Tactical Role of Junior Messias at Milan

December 6, 2021 Will Presnell AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tactical Trends

At 30-years-old, Messias is not a young prospect, but he could last longer than most his age. He has played in just 191 career matches and could easily have another three seasons left in his prime. In his brief time playing for the Rossoneri, the midfielder has already proven to be a tactical fit in Stefano Pioli's system.

The Pros and Cons of Inter’s Appointment of Simone Inzaghi

June 5, 2021 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Tactical Trends

After a collaboration that lasted for twenty years, Simone Inzaghi finally left his nest at the capital, as Inter handpicked him to be Antonio Conte's heir at Appiano Gentile. The newly appointed manager will be looking to make a name for himself at the Giuseppe Meazza as a tactician following a mediocre playing career.

Giacomo Raspadori has played at the tip of the Sassuolo 4-2-3-1 lineup where his movement and technical ability has caused headaches throughout the league

Striking Sensation Giacomo Raspadori Is One to Watch Next Year

May 29, 2021 Ed Summers Bayern Munich, Inter, Inter Milan, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

A nimble, versatile forward with an eye for goal, Giacomo Raspadori has played at the tip of Sassuolo’s 4-2-3-1 formation where his movement and technical ability has caused headaches for opponents throughout the league and won him admiring glances from Europe’s larger teams.

Are Gian Piero Gasperini’s Relations with Atalanta Breaking Down?

March 17, 2021 Eduard Banulescu Atalanta, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

As things stand, Gian Piero Gasperini's tenure in charge of Atalanta looks likely to be his crowning achievement. But, in spite of the great success and the massive support the team enjoy, relations within the squad seem to be sitting on a veritable powder-keg.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic just ended his experience as the co-host of the Festival di Sanremo and was praised for how natural he appeared on the stage

How Zlatan Ibrahimovic Turned Brashness into a Brand

March 8, 2021 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Over time, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has learned how to play his character. The young, arrogant bully from the Malmo dockyards has become a clever professional who knows how to market himself even outside of a football pitch. He has become his very own brand, turning brashness into a charismatic aura.

Across Europe in the Bundesliga, former Milan player André Silva is making waves with Eintracht Frankfurt scoring 18 goals so far this season

Should Milan Have Given André Silva More Time to Prove Himself?

February 26, 2021 Ed Summers AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends

With 18 goals scored so far this season, former Milan player André Silva is making waves with Eintracht Frankfurt and has just claimed the player of the month gong. A revelation since he made the move to Germany, you have to wonder if the Italian side gave up too early on the Portuguese international.

At the moment, Cristiano Ronaldo holds all the cards at Juventus and the decision over his future will be made in the summer

Would CR7 Be Correct to Leave Clueless Juventus in Summer?

February 24, 2021 Awais Khan Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

At the moment, Cristiano Ronaldo holds all the cards at Juventus. The decision over his future will be made in the summer. Juventus have to qualify for the Champions League if they harbor ambitions of keeping him in their ranks.

The Tactics That Made Theo Hernandez a Rising Star at Milan

February 19, 2021 Eduard Banulescu AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Trends

Theo Hernandez is a player that by 23 years old has already managed to play for two of the world's biggest clubs, Real Madrid and Milan. Here are tactics that make him one of the most exciting defenders to watch in Serie A at present.

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