[KillerMax]

Champions League 2006/07 - 1/2 final (2nd leg)

Semi-finals - 02 May 2007 20:45 (CET) - Stadio Giuseppe Meazza - Milan

Time: 19:45 (UK), 20:45 (IT)

[KillerMax]

1-1

That's my prediction. Now only if Rino is fit to play...

[blue_prince]

have to score at least 2 goals in two half.

[Portman]

I want to know how bad was the injury on Gattuso.

[misha]

3:1 ( Kaka, Pirlo ,Pippo)

Our best players won't be playing until this game. Hopefully Rino and Paolo will recover in time and Pippo need to start.

[Darunia]

Bonera may not be able to handle the pressure, hopefully Maldini will be ready, same with Gattuso.

If they're not, we should try this:


Dida

Oddo - Nesta - Bonera - Jankulovski

Ambrosini - Pirlo - Gourcuff

Kaka - Seedorf

Inzaghi

Gennaro Gattuso was furious at himself for suffering an injury, but promised to “do battle” in the second leg.

Milan were leading 2-1 when Rino was stretchered off with a strain to the sole of his foot and the team went on to lose 3-2 against Manchester United.

“There is a week and I will do everything I can to be there. In any case, we will certainly do battle at San Siro,” said the visibly irritated midfielder.

“I was annoyed to have to leave my teammates. I very rarely leave the field and it really burned me. The result was also painful considering how we played, so obviously we are angry, but don’t worry – we will go for it.

“To reach the Final we need a great performance, but we knew that anyway, even if it had ended 2-2. Now I am convinced the 70,000 fans in San Siro will give us a helping hand.”

Although they have to win in the second leg on May 2, Milan have two away goals at Old Trafford.

“I don’t see any reason why we should be worried. After this match we emerge a strong outfit with real champions and we will go into the second leg relaxed.

“We certainly showed we are a tough side, as we fought back from a goal down to lead and the fans pushed Manchester on to victory. It is not a bad result.”

Gattuso was jeered as he was stretchered off, but did not take it personally from a club he has so often been linked to.

“The fans all over the world are the same. They cheer on their own colours and jeer the opposition, that’s as it should be.

“Those rumours about me and Manchester United have been going for years, but I sweat blood for the Milan jersey and it is part of my life. I want to keep wearing it for a very long time.”

Rino Gattuso suffered a knock to the sole of his foot and left the field due to the pain. However, things are looking optimistic in regards to his condition and for his recovery for Milan-Manchester. He should be there for the return leg at the San Siro. Paolo Maldini’s situation will be evaluated. Patrice Evra will not be able to play because he received a second yellow card tonight and will be suspended for the second leg.
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This post has been edited by Darunia: Apr 24 2007, 11:00 PM

[javierk128]

simply gattuso (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/happy.gif)

i think we should play even better to go to the final, i just hope maldini and gattuso recover for this one, and with pippo as our striker

[Warchant]

2-0

we win

[Darunia]

A cleansheet? Tough task lately. I hope we win 2-1.

[dst]

We NEED Rino!

I doubt Paolo will be back but then again he is God... Gattuso will probably make it, the guy's unstoppable!

We must play Nesta and Bonera on Saturday so that they can know each other's moves and stuff. I think Bonera can do fine at San Siro... we'll see, he might be needed. We should rest everybody else against Torino...

Even if we lose that game, it won't do us no harm. And I doubt we will with Ronaldo upfront!

This post has been edited by dst: Apr 24 2007, 11:05 PM

[dst]

SITUATION WITH GATTUSO AND MALDINI

4/24/2007
Rino Gattuso suffered a knock to the sole of his foot and left the field due to the pain. However, things are looking optimistic in regards to his condition and for his recovery for Milan-Manchester. He should be there for the return leg at the San Siro. Paolo Maldini’s situation will be evaluated. Patrice Evra will not be able to play because he received a second yellow card tonight and will be suspended for the second leg.

Good news!! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Rossoneri7]

50/50 ... But with the two goal cushion, we have a slight advantage, considering our defensive elapses lately. But United's win is also a very good result for them, considering they have found their way through our defense 3 time.

5 predict a 3-1 (Agg. 5-4) ... But this is IF Maldini and Gattuso play

[arivanjj]

we have to play this line-up

---------------------Dida----------------------

---Oddo------Nesta-----Maldini-----Sergio---

-----Gattuso-----Pirlo---Ambro/Gourcuff-----

--------------Kaka----------Seedorf-----------

---------------------Pippo---------------------



Sergio has to play this match, Jaknu's crosses last night glued to the ground. with Pippo playing we need those pin point crosses from Serginho.

[dst]

If Sergio plays Ronaldo will own San Siro!

[Rossoneri7]

we have to play this line-up

---------------------Dida----------------------

---Oddo------Nesta-----Maldini-----Sergio---

-----Gattuso-----Pirlo---Ambro/Gourcuff-----

--------------Kaka----------Seedorf-----------

---------------------Pippo---------------------
Sergio has to play this match, Jaknu's crosses last night glued to the ground. with Pippo playing we need those pin point crosses from Serginho.

Don't think Sergio will play this one, but the team definitely miss his pace and crossing. He hasn't played in a long time and it would be a HUGE risk to play him. Maybe check him out in the league to see how he plays, then consider him as a sub for the return. But all that left aside, I think Inzaghi should start this one

[arivanjj]

If Sergio plays Ronaldo will own San Siro!

i really can't see how Janku could do better than him

[dst]

I think Inzaghi should start this one

Can't be worse than Gila was tonight... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

But Sergio should certainly NOT play... it's like playing with 3 in the defense, you can't do that against United! Arivanjj, have you forgotten already? Sergio cannot defend, he never could... he's a winger not a full back. Even Kaladze would do better than him defense-wise.

This post has been edited by dst: Apr 25 2007, 01:34 AM

[arivanjj]

well even if he can't play in left back, he should play for Ambrosini as a winger.

[dst]

well even if he can't play in left back, he should play for Ambrosini as a winger.

That he could do. But Ambro is also an important part of the defense... I think only if we're in desperate need of a goal he should come in.

[Rossoneri7]

Agree, Sergio is not a fullback, but he is one hell of a wing back (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

Playing Sergio instead of Ambro is not an option. We should always play with 2DMs along with Pirlo. Cuz we need to keep hold of midfield and maintain a slow tempo.

Sergio would be great for the last 20 mins of the match, just to ripe their defense to shreds, but in the actual playing time, the game has to be won tactically on the pitch and not in our fantasies.

[arivanjj]

That he could do. But Ambro is also an important part of the defense... I think only if we're in desperate need of a goal he should come in.

trust me we are in desperate need for goals, and not just 1!. we can't give that much attention to defence cause we all saw what happened last night!

[Portman]

We'll start with the same team. But we need to simply dominate them the entire 95 or 96' minutes. We can't do the same we did in Old Trafford. Rest the whole team against Torino... play the Primavera - I don't care.

This is the match of the season. San Siro must give us a hand.

(IMG:http://www.acmilan-online.com/gallery/albums/Fossa_dei_Leoni/Ultras_#1/ultras18.jpg)

[sansiro1708]

lol u guys that result sucks for man u ...DO u really think they can stand a win or a tie at (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devilsmiley.gif) SAN SIRO (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devilsmiley.gif)
i dont think so .they are going to go directly into SATANS house
a packed SAN SIRO will make us win.
because if we played great for almost an entire match not in our ground...
if all our player were hiped at old trafford . imagine about 80,000 people cheering for our team imagine GATTUSO...do u really think that weak man u defence will stand the sound of the (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif) 2 MILAN CURVAS (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devilsmiley.gif) ?
idk u guys i like these result
i just have that feeling that we will be unstopable in MILANO
IS A WIN FOR US (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)
FORZA MILAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif)

[Portman]

We'll start with the same 11, I've no doubt. United too (maybe some defender back).

[Guest_fresh_prince7_*]

The nerves already starting to kick in for this return leg. I don't even know what to say about it. Only that let the countdown begin and hopefully we can play out the full game time which would give us every chance of heading to athens.

Just to throw a spanner into the works.. my guts thinking it'll be 1-1. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

[han2503]

I'm not very optimistic about this, simply because I'm sure we'll conceed a goal. I'm just hoping Everton really stretch Man U to their limits at the weekend.

Some thing tells me that this will be a draw. The loss of Gattuso and Maldini yesterday was the defining factor for us. If Rino at least was still there we would have never lost control. Brocchi was just running around like a headless chicken for most of the game and the last goal was all down to him.

This is just like the game again Bayern, there is no choice but to win the only slight advantage we have is that we will be in the San Siro. But the fact that Man U are better then Bayern can't be ignored.

I'm so dipressed about how last night went. Simply because we let it slip through our hands. We could have already had one foot into the final by now and now we have to start all over again and nothing but a win will be enough

This post has been edited by han2503: Apr 25 2007, 01:46 PM

[Rossoneri7]

I'm not very optimistic about this, simply because I'm sure we'll conceed a goal. I'm just hoping Everton really stretch Man U to their limits at the weekend.

Some thing tells me that this will be a draw. The loss of Gattuso and Maldini yesterday was the defining factor for us. If Rino at least was still there we would have never lost control. Brocchi was just running around like a headless chicken for most of the game and the last goal was all down to him.

This is just like the game again Bayern, there is no choice but to win the only slight advantage we have is that we will be in the San Siro. But the fact that Man U are better then Bayern can't be ignored.

I'm so dipressed about how last night went. Simply because we let it slip through our hands. We could have already had one foot into the final by now and now we have to start all over again and nothing but a win will be enough

I like to think of it this way, as so many have already said, if Milan can't win at the San Siro, Milan doesn't deserve to be in the final. Which should be considered only fair, seeing as Milan simply were majestic for the last part of the first half in OT.

It's either the team play with humility and get through or we can just throw everything away. It will depend on the team's attitude.

[jefri91]

I have a few questions i hope u guys can answear.

What is Curva? Is it group of people who are the ones who start the chanting and also make these types of things?
(IMG:http://www.acmilan-online.com/gallery/albums/Fossa_dei_Leoni/Ultras_#1/ultras18.jpg)

and are we going to do something same as the devil thing on the top.

[jefri91]

and also how many fans are allowed into san siro? San Siro is i think 81,050 , but because of Italion fans killing and etc it went down to 60,000..... or is that only in Serie A??

[Rossoneri7]

Curva are exactly that ... Expect them to do something spectacular; they always do in semi finals.

The San Siro will only admit 60,000 fans .. It is for all sometitions (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[han2503]

I have a few questions i hope u guys can answear.

What is Curva? Is it group of people who are the ones who start the chanting and also make these types of things?
(IMG:http://www.acmilan-online.com/gallery/albums/Fossa_dei_Leoni/Ultras_#1/ultras18.jpg)

and are we going to do something same as the devil thing on the top.

The Curvas are the tiers behind the goals. Inter have the Curva nord, on the left hand side of the TV screen Milan the other.

and also how many fans are allowed into san siro? San Siro is i think 81,050 , but because of Italion fans killing and etc it went down to 60,000..... or is that only in Serie A??

I think something like 70,000 is allowed

[jefri91]

Curva are exactly that ... Expect them to do something spectacular; they always do in semi finals.

The San Siro will only admit 60,000 fans .. It is for all sometitions (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thx for the info, and also its wierd that yesterday I had no hope whatsoever and thought Man U was going to beat us 2-0. But seeing the fans, the club and everything about them just gives me hope. Maybe we can go to Finals (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Rossoneri7]

Thx for the info, and also its wierd that yesterday I had no hope whatsoever and thought Man U was going to beat us 2-0. But seeing the fans, the club and everything about them  just gives me hope. Maybe we can go to Finals  (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Inshallah we'll be there (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

United was never gonna humiliate Milan, they cant, no one humiliates Milan .. Inter tried in the derby and we pegged them 4-3 was the final score. I think if Maldini and Gattuso are fit, the game will have a happy ending for us (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

[jefri91]

1 more question sorry (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

are there smaller groups in Curva Sud?? Because I hear names like Fossa De Leoni and Brigate Rossoneri

[Portman]

1 more question sorry (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

are there smaller groups in Curva Sud?? Because I hear names like Fossa De Leoni and Brigate Rossoneri

Fossa dei Leoni does not exist anymore. They were the dominant group in Curva Sud.
Nowadays Guerrieri Ultras (many ex-FdL) and Brigate Rossonere are the dominant. Then you've some other small groups like Comandos Tigres or Alternativa.

Last year semi-final vs. Barcelona:

(IMG:http://www.brigaterossonere.net/foto_partite/champions0506/milan_barcellona/images_01/sitoImmagine%20048.jpg)

This post has been edited by Porty: Apr 25 2007, 03:22 PM

[jefri91]

Fossa dei Leoni does not exist anymore. They were the dominant group in Curva Sud.
Nowadays Guerrieri Ultras (many ex-FdL) and Brigate Rossonere are the dominant. Then you've some other small groups like Comandos Tigres or Alternativa.

Last year semi-final vs. Barcelona:

(IMG:http://www.brigaterossonere.net/foto_partite/champions0506/milan_barcellona/images_01/sitoImmagine%20048.jpg)

I think we have the best Ultras out of all other clubs(am i right?). Also how is the things divided between these groups. Like Brigate did last year but why isnt it another group?? Did they take a vote or something?

[jefri91]

Inshallah we'll be there (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

United was never gonna humiliate Milan, they cant, no one humiliates Milan .. Inter tried in the derby and we pegged them 4-3 was the final score. I think if Maldini and Gattuso are fit, the game will have a happy ending for us (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Inshallah (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif)

[Portman]

I think we have the best Ultras out of all other clubs(am i right?). Also how is the things divided between these groups. Like Brigate did last year but why isnt it another group?? Did they take a vote or something?

Best? I dunno. Maybe one of the best Curva's in Italy. Roma, Lazio, Napoli, Genoa, Fiorentina, Torino... but I think since FdL disappeared Curva Sud of San Siro is not the same.

Oh... and last year wasn't only Brigate. A single group can't organize a thing like that. Usually it's all the groups + the club officials who give the Curva Sud some support for this coreos.

This post has been edited by Porty: Apr 25 2007, 03:45 PM

[han2503]

Best? I dunno. Maybe one of the best Curva's in Italy. Roma, Lazio, Napoli, Genoa, Fiorentina, Torino... but I think since FdL disappeared Curva Sud of San Siro is not the same.

Oh... and last year wasn't only Brigate. A single group can't organize a thing like that. Usually it's all the groups + the club officials who give the Curva Sud some support for this coreos.

I hope they do it again in this game, they haven't done it yet this season neither against Celtic or Bayern.

We need something like the one against Barca to intimidate Mooney and the Cry baby (who, if anyone noticed was about to cry at one point yesterday when they were a goal down). This one is easier to crack but Rooney is a fighter, although I personally think that all their goals could have been avoided yesterday, the first one doesn't need any explenation (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) , the second Rooney handled the ball before scoring, but surprise surprise it was allowed, and the second one, first Brocchi made a ridiculous mistake and gave Giggs the ball away in such a dangerous position and then Dida got all his positioning wrong and got beaten at the near post

[Portman]

I hope they do it again in this game, they haven't done it yet this season neither against Celtic or Bayern.

I've noticed it. I hope they do this time.

I mean, it's a semi-final.

[kurtsimonw]

Does anybody know which of our players are on yellow cards, other than Kaka and Ambro?

[Tennie]

Bonera and Maldini also have cards.

[kurtsimonw]

If Kaka, Ambro or Maldini get a yellow in the next leg, we may as well let United beat us.

Save the heartbreak of losing in the final. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

[Guest_fresh_prince7_*]

Wasn't that the first yellow for kaka'?

I thought it was 3 yellow cards to get suspended.

[kurtsimonw]

Wasn't that the first yellow for kaka'?

I thought it was 3 yellow cards to get suspended.

Just the two, I believe.

[han2503]

Kaka will just have to be careful, same for Ambro.

Anyway, I don't like talking about Athens when there is still a game we HAVE to win before we start even think about that one.

Anyway, this is the team I would put out for the next leg

Oddo--Nesta--Maldini/Kala--Janku
-------Ambro---Pirlo---Rino--------
------------Kaka--Seedorf----------
-----------------Pippo----------------

I know what people are going to say about the fact that I would choose Kala ehead of Bonera if Maldini is not fit, but the fact that he and Nesta have a much better understanding with eachother then Bonera is enugh, also the fact that Bonera looked nervouse yesterday is a big factor.

I know he was very stupid against Cagliari the other day but he was solid throughout the match.

Hopefully Rino will be fit, because without him we have no chance.

Seedorf needs to play next to Kaka, he was playing too much on the left flank yesterday, that's why Gila was isolated for the entire match, the only balls he was being fed were the long punts up the pitch from Dida. Plus he is far more effective there rather then on the flank where he is pretty useless, if we want to play with wings then I would much rather have Sergio there.

And lastly, Pippo needs to play. Gila might not have gotten service yesterday, in fact I can't even recall a single chance that fell to him, BUT if a chance does arrove at home then we need to take it, and I don't really trust Gila with it, so Pippo, no matter how fit he is needs to play.

I don't have any particular feeling about this match, the result yesterday wasn't tragic, but it wasn't good either. It was much better then a 1-0 anyway.

I only hope we give it out best on Wednesday and not throw all that we have done out of the window because of lapses in concentration.

But if neither Rino nor Paolo are ready then I can't see us going through

[kurtsimonw]

You have Gattuso and Ambrosini on the wrong side of the midfield. ¬_¬

I'm not sure if you didn't put Dida in there because you just missed him, or you think he's that bad that we may as well play with 10 men? (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

This post has been edited by kurtsimonw: Apr 25 2007, 07:24 PM

[Guest_fresh_prince7_*]

Just about spot on han.

What a nervous wait ahead.

[han2503]

You have Gattuso and Ambrosini on the wrong side of the midfield. ¬_¬

I'm not sure if you didn't put Dida in there because you just missed him, or you think he's that bad that we may as well play with 10 men?  (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

It's irrelevent really where we put Ambro and Rino, they will rotate around the midfield all game long.

I think choosing Dida, despite the blunders yesterday is a must since I don't trust any of the others anyway

Just about spot on han.

What a nervous wait ahead.

Definately, I'm going crazy for this one.

[Darunia]

Milan Coach Carlo Ancelotti is confident of eliminating Manchester United from the Champions League. “It’s only half-time and it’s all to play for.”

The Rossoneri were leading 2-1 at Old Trafford in the semi-final first leg, but conceded a stoppage-time Wayne Rooney strike to go down 3-2.

“It is only to be expected that there is bitterness at the way the game ended,” he told ‘Milan Channel.’

“Rooney’s goal penalised us considering the overall performance of the squad, as we did not deserve to lose. In practical terms, nothing has really changed. We are at half-time and the other 90 minutes will be on our turf. That is a very important factor.”

Clarence Seedorf suggested that losing the first leg was actually an advantage for Milan and Ancelotti agreed with this interpretation.

“We have an excellent chance of reaching the Final and even if it had ended 2-2, we still would’ve had everything to play for.

“It is similar to what happened against Bayern Munich. If we had closed the first leg winning 2-1, then we would have gone to Germany a little more prudent and with the brakes on. The 2-2 scoreline forced us to go out there and win.

“Now we are faced with the same conditions, but with a slight change that could yet prove decisive – we are at San Siro.”

Yet Ancelotti cannot help but be disappointed at losing the match after leading 2-1 through a Kaka brace.

“We had the chance to go 3-1 up, so at that stage things would have definitely turned in our favour, but we must not forget we were playing Manchester United away from home and to keep them under control for an hour was very important.

“This is what gives me optimism and confidence for the second leg. We did it there, we can certainly do it here.”

Gennaro Gattuso and Paolo Maldini suffered injuries in Manchester, but both hope to be ready for the May 2 showdown.

“They are both doing better and our objective over the next few days is to recover all of them and improve the condition of others,” added the Coach.

“Pippo Inzaghi, Serginho and Kakha Kaladze – who is suspended in Serie A and therefore can train hard for a week – can all give their contribution next Wednesday.”

Heh, Han might be right, Kaladze would play if Maldini doesn't make it. So let's pray Maldini makes it =)

[arivanjj]

Heh, Han might be right, Kaladze would play if Maldini doesn't make it.  So let's pray Maldini makes it =)

(IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

Kaladze? put grimi in instead.

[han2503]

(IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

Kaladze? put grimi in instead.

I know he can be stupid at times, but his experiance in these games would make me choose him over Bonera, who as I said befre looked nervous in yesterday's game

[jefri91]

(IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

Kaladze? put grimi in instead.

Grimi ???!! He was nervous in Serie A, he will probably have a heart attack if he goes to CL

[jefri91]

and also I would love to see some of Serginho's crosses in San Siro. I watch old matches of Milan and I miss those perfect crosses! !!!!

[Rossoneri7]

guys I think Kaladze will play as a LB ahead of Janku .. That way the midfield would concentrate more on attacking rather than defending.

But in all fairness, Kakha at some point had my respect, but after all those injuries and lay offs, he is playing really badly and interpreting situations badly

[Ry4n]

ok guys i know i dont post very often , you remeber bayern match the media said we were dead and buried......they went quite after the second goal , all we need is one goal but to be honest i want more then one i want scholes red carded i want to see Ronaldo cry , and Rooney to whine if this all happens i will the happiest man alive

[Darunia]

guys I think Kaladze will play as a LB ahead of Janku .. That way the midfield would concentrate more on attacking rather than defending.

But in all fairness, Kakha at some point had my respect, but after all those injuries and lay offs, he is playing really badly and interpreting situations badly

I think Janku is better than Kaladze at attacking, he certainly is faster. Against Man U, he didn't push up much cause he and Oddo were forced to play deep. I expect him to play a much bigger role in the 2nd leg.

Kaladze was solid against Celtic for a half, but I think Bonera will be fine if he starts from the beginning. In the first leg, they put Bonera in after 45 min with a 2-1 lead, and the pressure was too big for him. Starting from the beginning though, I think Bonera will be fine.

This post has been edited by Darunia: Apr 26 2007, 01:39 AM

[Rossoneri7]

I think Janku is better than Kaladze at attacking, he certainly is faster.  Against Man U, he didn't push up much cause he and Oddo were forced to play deep.  I expect him to play a much bigger role in the 2nd leg.

Kaladze was solid against Celtic for a half, but I think Bonera will be fine if he starts from the beginning.  In the first leg, they put Bonera in after 45 min with a 2-1 lead, and the pressure was too big for him.  Starting from the beginning though, I think Bonera will be fine.

I was pointing out that Kakha would play as a LB and not a CB, if he plays. And it is obviouslly clear that Janku is better than Kakha when going forward, he is a natural LW (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

Bonera wont play at the San Siro, this I can guarantee u ... Nothing but experience will be on that field against United.

[Darunia]

No point in using Kaladze at LB. Milan, if healthy, will use the same lineup they did against Bayern.

[Rossoneri7]

But that is ur point of view, Carlo has his own, and unfortunately Carlo is the one that decides (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

All I was saying, if Kakha was to play, he would play as a LB. that is all

[sansiro1708]

have to be optimistic u guys (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
you will see wednesday that milan will score a 2-0
i know kaka will perform awsome as well for seedorf and take my word supper pippo will score
the defence will be superb
....the diavolo text message me like an hour ago
INSIEME MILANISTAS!!!!!!

[KillerMax]

All I was saying, if Kakha was to play, he would play as a LB. that is all

I hope he gets hit by a train or something. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

[kurtsimonw]

Use the same lineup as we did in the first leg (If we can).

We completely owned United in the first half, the only got back into the game when Gattuso went off, it all fell apart.

[jefri91]

have to be optimistic u guys (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
you will see wednesday that milan will score a 2-0
i know kaka will perform awsome as well for seedorf and take my word supper pippo will score 
the defence will be superb
....the diavolo text message me like an hour ago 
INSIEME MILANISTAS!!!!!!

Translation (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) and what do you mean by diavolo text messaged you (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

[jefri91]

(IMG:http://www.acmilanclub.com/members/jewel/V4.jpg)

Wich f***ing team is Gila on ??

[Guest_fresh_prince7_*]

Geeez match fix much gila. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

I can't wait for this match.. in all fairness any result could happen. Just a question of who takes their chances cause both should get some good chances.

Main thing I'm worried about is being shattered if we don't make it. I just felt this was going to be ours after the bayern win and when we were leading 2-1 at old trafford.

126 hrs to go.. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

[Rossoneri7]

Wich f***ing team is Gila on ??

oh now now .. it's his movements that we thrive from (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

[redbabies]

look guys,
what we have to do, is to win! thats it!
(of course we are not going to win 4-3, coz thats too many goals (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) )
we can win 2-1 or 1-0.

however, my prediction is 2-0. Anyone?

This post has been edited by redbabies: Apr 26 2007, 01:45 PM

[dst]

however, my prediction is 2-0. Anyone?

Sounds good to me!

Milan has the power to do anything... it depends on us. This time (just like in Munich...) there is no second chance, we have to give all we've got for the full 90 minutes; if we do that, I have no doubt that we'll be in the final on May 23! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Guest_fresh_prince7_*]

Better be right dst.. or i'm coming after you! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

[Darunia]

Hmm Rio and Vidic could be ready for this game... oh well

Then no excuses if Milan wins (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/devil.gif)

This post has been edited by Darunia: Apr 26 2007, 04:53 PM

[redbabies]

no Vidic won't play for sure.
while Rio may play, nobody knows. (maybe Fergie is keeping it secret)

however, I wouldn't be so happy if they play (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

[Darunia]

Fergie said Evra would be on the bench, then he started. So yeah, we prob wont know if Rio will play or not until the game starts.

Btw, UEFA.com today said Maldini is the only one 1-yellow away from being banned while Man U has Heinze, C. Ronaldo, and Scholes.

This post has been edited by Darunia: Apr 26 2007, 07:52 PM

[kurtsimonw]

If we can win 2-0 IN Munich and score 2 goals at Old Trafford my prediction is..

Milan 2-0 United.

[milan00047]

welcome me back after a long injury layoff
well,
i was hibernating with subcutaneous academics
milan will thrash man u at san siro
i have been following all the football but had no time on the internet
milan 3-1 man u
inzaghi -------giggsy
kaka
gatusso

[arivanjj]

welcome me back after a long injury layoff
well,
i was hibernating with subcutaneous academics
milan will thrash man u at san siro
i have been following all the football but had no time on the internet
milan 3-1 man u
inzaghi -------giggsy
kaka
gatusso

WOW, it's been so loooong!

welcome back (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

[MizNelson]

Just the two, I believe.

Two in the same game, three over multiple games.

This post has been edited by BMWTaylor: Apr 27 2007, 07:00 AM

[jefri91]

nervous as hell !!

[jefri91]

صحيفة Il Stampa: " ديدا، بروكي، جيلاردينو و كالادزه في مهبّ الريح "
أرسلت في Friday, April 27 بواسطة ReD_FoX
(IMG:http://www.acmilanclub.com/userimages/dida-shout-00.jpg)

رسمت صحيفة Il Stampa الإيطالية خطوطاً عريضة قبيل مباراة مانشستر و لنهاية الموسم الكروي ربّما مذكّرة السيّد برلسكوني و رفيق دربه السيّد غالياني عن مآثر لاعبين حمّلوا الفريق أوزاراً قد لا تُحمَدُ عقباها .

و كان النصيب الأوفى للحارس نلسون ديدا حيث عبّرت قائلة أنّ الحفرة السوداء في مستطيل ميلان بدأت تزداد شيئاً فشيئاً بازدياد هفوات الحارس العملاق خصوصاً بعد مباراة مانشستر في أولد ترافورد فكان سبباً لإفشال خطة السيّد أنشيلوتي و اصابة الكثير من الجماهير اللاهفة بالإحباط حيث كشفت الصحيفة أنّ الموقع الرسمي للروسونيري تلقّى كمّاً هائلاً من الرسائل الغاضبة بعد هفوات ديدا، حسب قولها.

و علّلت الصحيفة الخطأ بإصرار السيّد غالياني على التمديد لديدا قبل مباراة الديربي أمام الانتر بدافع الثقة و لكنّ الطرح الأصحّ، أنّ ديدا و منذ مباراة أسطنبول لم يتوانَ في أي مباراة عن ارتكاب الأخطاء و أسمته الصحيفة بالإوزّة، و بالتالي الكثير من هذه الأخطاء أدّت الى تضحيات كبيرة و خسارات من الناحية المعنوية للفريق حتى بات الفريق بأكمله يعاني من عواقب أخطاء ديدا.

و بالعودة الى السيّد غالياني، و حسب تقدير الصحيفة، فإنّ تمديد عقد ديدا ما هو الا مناورة قبل جلب بوفون بالاضافة الى أنّ تمديد عقد ديدا يهدف الى تخفيف القيمة المادية لاستغلالها في صفقة أخرى.


و على الكفّ الأخرى، لا يعيش الايطالي ألبرتو جيلاردينو أجمل أيامه في ميلانو خصوصاً بعيد انتهاء مباراة مانشستر حيث علّل دنو مستواه بالقول: " لكنّني لم أحظَ على أيّ فرصة مناسبة !! " و لكنّ الحقيقة، أنّ جيلاردينو لا يملك الخبرة الكافية للدخول في هذه المباريات و لم يتعوّد بعد على هذه الأجواء و بالتالي فإنّ إشتراك بيبو إنزاغي في اياب الدور النصف نهائي قد يكون وارداً بالرغم من حالته البدنية الحرجة.


أمّا كالادزه، فلا يختلف اثنان عن تناقض غريب لمستواه في الموسم الحالي عن المنصرم و هو الذي اختير نجم جماهير الميلان كأفضل لاعبي موسم 2005-2006، خصوصاً انّ الاصابة أبعدته لفترة ليست بالقصيرة لكنّه تسبب بهفوات فادحة أمام كالياري و أسكولي حيث علّل السبب بالتقنيّ في كلا المبارتين.

و من ينسى بروكي و هدف الفوز الذي أهداه لمانشستر في أولد ترافورد، خطأ فادح سبّب هزمية كاد ليتوخّاها الميلان لولا سوء تقدير متوسط الميدان، أضف الى ذلك أنّ كلا من جيلاردينو و بروكي لم يظهرا في المستوى اللياقي المطلوب أمام بايرن و مانشستر يونايتد.

و ختمت الصحيفة قائلة، يملك السيّد برلسكوني كلّ الحق في دفع المبالغ الطائلة لجلب رونالدينهو الذي سيمحو كل النقاط السوداء المتموضعة في تاريخ ميلان الناصع.

Brochi , Dida, Gilardino, and Kaladze are starting ???!!!
Brochi was awful last match and Gila .... Not really cl quality !!!!



and also on www.acmilanclub.com it says something about Ronaldinho joining at the end of the season (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)

This post has been edited by jefri91: Apr 27 2007, 11:57 AM

[han2503]

Brochi , Dida, Gilardino, and Kaladze are starting ???!!!
Brochi was awful last match and Gila .... Not really cl quality !!!!
and also on www.acmilanclub.com it says something about Ronaldinho joining at the end of the season  (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)

Dida is an obvious start.

They said that Rino will be ready in time for the match, so Brocchi definately won't start.

I think Carlo will start Pippo in this game. Simply because now there is no time for second chances. Either we win or we're out, so Carlo won't risk it.

[IoRDanCHo]

Brochi, Gila and Kala starting were??? In italy against Manchester??
Are you nutts? He may be Ancheloti, but even he is not thaaat stupid!

[nuh]

Brochi, Gila and Kala starting were??? In italy against Manchester??
Are you nutts? He may be Ancheloti, but even he is not thaaat stupid!

LOOOOOOOL (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)

[jefri91]

Can anyone tell me how the aggretion system works?
we scored 2 which is 4 and Man u 3

so is it 4-3 for us or 3-2 for them? My friend told me that the away thing counts only if we tie... but don't we go to extra time if we tie???!!! HELP

[Milan Are Brilli...]

Can anyone tell me how the aggretion system works?
we scored 2 which is 4 and Man u 3

so is it 4-3 for us or 3-2 for them? My friend told me that the away thing counts only if we tie... but don't we go to extra time if we tie???!!! HELP

We have 2 away goals. We can win the tie if we win 1-0 at home (3-3 on aggregate) because Manchester United have not bettered or matched our away goals. The only way the match can go into extra time is if the result on Wednesday is 3-2 to us (5-5 on aggregate) this is because Manchester United have matched our away goals, we both have 2 away goals and the aggregate score is level therefore we need to play extra time.

Basically if Manchester United beat us on the night they are through.

If we win 1-0 we are through, 2-1 we are through. 3-2 is extra time (on the night not aggregate)!

[jefri91]

We have 2 away goals. We can win the tie if we win 1-0 at home (3-3 on aggregate) because Manchester United have not bettered or matched our away goals. The only way the match can go into extra time is if the result on Wednesday is 3-2 to us (5-5 on aggregate) this is because Manchester United have matched our away goals, we both have 2 away goals and the aggregate score is level therefore we need to play extra time.

Basically if Manchester United beat us on the night they are through.

If we win 1-0 we are through, 2-1 we are through. 3-2 is extra time (on the night not aggregate)!

So nervous !! I'm hopping for a clean sheat and I know we'll get it (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)

and also do you guys seriously hate Dida now or what? I don't know about you but Dida is a Milano and even if he sucks he is still part of the team.

Angry Milan Fan Tries To Auction Dida On E-Bay

An angry Rossoneri supporter had enough with Nélson Dida’s CL-compromising fluff at Old Trafford and has tried to strike a blow for frustrated fans everywhere by selling the keeper in an internet auction…



zoom - galleria

The 33 year-old, who joined Milan in 2000, may have been a hero after the prodigal penalty defusing performance against Juventus in the 2003 Champions League final but his popularity has nosedived after a few high-profile gaffes.

Dida had previously caused the Rossoneri faithful to pull clumps of hair out at the roots and grind down teeth in fury soon after arriving.  A stint at Corinthians revitalised the player who returned to claim the number 1 jersey but now seems to be the object of few fans’ desire.



He was slammed in the wake of last week's 3-2 first leg CL semi defeat at Old Trafford, when he tipped a Cristiano Ronaldo header into his own net and then left his near post naked for Wayne Rooney to hammer home the winner.



It would seem, however, that it’s not just the Rossoneri who aren’t exactly head-over-heels with the goalie. Dida, before being removed by embarrassed site overseers, failed to attract much interest on eBay. The price reached a peak of….71 Euros after 25 bids.

[misha]

Mixed news for Milan pair

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti admits club captain Paolo Maldini is struggling to be fit to face Manchester United FC on Wednesday night although Gennaro Gattuso is expected to be available.

Long-term knee problem
Maldini had to be substituted at half-time in Milan's 3-2 defeat at Old Trafford in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final on Tuesday night having suffered a recurrence of a long-term knee problem. "He is slowly improving, but we need to wait until the swelling on his knee goes down," said Ancelotti, who had better news on the midfielder who was substituted early in the second period with a foot injury. "Gattuso is improving and should have no problems for Wednesday."

Inzaghi in contention
The Milan coach also hinted that veteran striker Filippo Inzaghi could replace Alberto Gilardino in attack. "Gilardino has only scored once in the Champions League. There's more pressure in the Champions League compared to the domestic league and Gilardino is not experienced enough to manage it yet. Inzaghi is in good condition and there is a good chance he could play on Wednesday."

Torino test
Milan are away to Torino FC in Serie A tomorrow as they continue their quest to confirm a UEFA Champions League qualifying place for next season. The Rossoneri are fourth, one point behind third-placed S.S. Lazio and six clear of Empoli FC in fifth.

©uefa.com

[Ry4n]

great news about Inzaghi take us to the final , but dam it we need Maldini (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) , thank god for gattuso tho a legend

[MizNelson]

and also do you guys seriously hate Dida now or what? I don't know about you but Dida is a Milano and even if he sucks he is still part of the team.

After the eBay incident, I'd better not hear anything about Milanisti being so high and mighty over the Inter fans again.

[Rossoneri7]

Kaká plots revenge mission

Kaká's uefa.com diary

I have to admit we left Old Trafford a little bit disappointed on Tuesday night but not with our heads down at all. I only say that we were sad because of the late goal we conceded. It's frustrating to have let in another late goal, just like we did against [FC] Bayern München in the last round. I don't want to take anything away from the quality of Manchester United [FC]'s play, and [Wayne] Rooney's goal though. It was an incredibly good finish from Rooney. In no way would I rest any blame on Dida for failing to stop it because the timing of the shot was absolutely perfect.

'Great chance'
If the match had finished 2-2 I still feel we would have a mountain to climb although those away goals are very important. But losing the first leg is not the end of the world by any means and I believe we stand a great chance of turning the tie around at the San Siro next week. The game at Old Trafford was a real spectacle and I'm convinced the second leg will be another amazing game – perhaps even more amazing than the first match. It was a wonderful show for the fans and it could be another one on Wednesday. I was hugely impressed by the atmosphere inside Old Trafford. Even at half-time when they were losing 2-1, the United fans were still singing and getting behind their team. I'm sure our fans will show the same kind of spirit as United fans displayed. We haven't enjoyed a great season but the fans have been brilliant and have been by our side throughout the season.

'Maldini legend'
I was really happy to score twice in the first leg and to have scored so many goals in the competition this season, but it is winning the Champions League that means the most to me. I have come close to winning it before two years ago and would love to do it this season. Despite trailing United at this stage I still think we have a great shout at winning the cup this season. I've been asked this week what I think of my team-mate Paolo Maldini. The answer is simple, he is a legend. Anyone who says he is too old is talking rubbish. It's obvious that he doesn't perhaps have the same speed or the same physical prowess that he had earlier in his career but his experience and leadership more than compensate for that. You could see for yourself how much we missed him in the second half at Old Trafford. Maldini is an inspiration.

'Amazing Ronaldo'
I've also been asked what I thought of Leo Messi's brilliant goal for Barcelona last week and whether I was jealous! The answer is no, of course not, it was a great goal. It's even been compared to my goal against Argentina in London but all I will say is that they were two great goals, scored by two different players, with different characteristics. It's good for football to see wonderful goals like Messi's. It's not a competition between us. I think Leo Messi along with and Cristiano Ronaldo are the two best players in the world this season. I really appreciate the skills of Ronaldo. He plays like a Brazilian. He has so much skill and speed. He is an amazing footballer. Do I feel as if I am battling with Messi and Ronaldo to be in the top three? No of course not. I don't feel it's a competition at all. Football needs players to play great football and if we are all doing our jobs properly, it has to be good for the game.

Source

This post has been edited by Rossoneri7: Apr 27 2007, 10:13 PM

[KillerMax]

Simply Kaka, simply amazing! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

[jefri91]

we will kill them (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[Jack Sparrow]

Yeah right!!! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

I'm just happy, the team did what was expected of it. Man U just need a draw. And we need to win by a goal and even that might not be enough....

I'd say our chances of making it to the final are 70-30 against us. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cry.gif)

[Rossoneri7]

Yeah right!!! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

I'm just happy, the team did what was expected of it. Man U just need a draw. And we need to win by a goal and even that might not be enough....

I'd say our chances of making it to the final are 70-30 against us. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cry.gif)

hehe keep up the act .. ur doing good, who knows, u might win an oscar (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[han2503]

hehe keep up the act .. ur doing good, who knows, u might win an oscar (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Even though I'm not as pessimistic about this as I was the Bayern game. The chances are still 60 - 40 for United, they don't need to win, all they have to do is draw.

We on the other hand have to win whilst keeping an eye on United's counters.

This game will be really hard. No doubt about it.

[Rossoneri7]

Even though I'm not as pessimistic about this as I was the Bayern game. The chances are still 60 - 40 for United, they don't need to win, all they have to do is draw.

We on the other hand have to win whilst keeping an eye on United's counters.

This game will be really hard. No doubt about it.

If Milan can't beat United at the San Siro, Milan don't deserve to be in the final (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

[han2503]

If Milan can't beat United at the San Siro, Milan don't deserve to be in the final (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Obviously (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[jefri91]

Milan will show their true power in San Siro

[tom_valtellina]

I read on the Soccernet match report for Everton v Man Unted that Cristiano Ronaldo didn't start because he has an injury. He came on around the 65th minute when they were losing and really needed to chase the game.

I don't think it's anything serious and still expect to see him in the stating line-up on Wednesday night. Anyway, the link is below.

http://soccernet.espn.go.com/report?id=199433&cc=3436

[KillerMax]

Milan will show their true power in San Siro

You're saying a different thing everyday... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

[jefri91]

With 5 wins in a row for Serie A... the next victim is Viola - good team that wants the 4th place. A must-win to get the 3rd spot.

Forza Milan!

(*Date and Time still to be confirmed)

You're saying a different thing everyday... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

That's cuz everyday i get more and more confident and sure that we will beat these wankers (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)