Printable Version of Topic
Click here to view this topic in its original format
AC Milan - Milanfan.com _ Past Players _ Gattuso
Posted by: mchanna Jan 9 2007, 07:38 PM
why isn't there any gattuso thread 
(this is the only pic I quickly found on my PC O.o LOL)
<span style='font-size:14pt;line-height:100%'>Happy Birthday Rino</span>
Posted by: kaka_sheva Jan 9 2007, 10:45 PM
I was just baout to come and make a thread for him, cuz of his birthday, but u got here first! lol
o_O woah, thanks for the pic 
Happy Birthday!!!
Posted by: misha Apr 2 2007, 11:07 PM
Gattuso dreams of Premiership
Italy's World Cup winning midfielder Gennaro Gattuso has told eurosport.com that he has "always dreamed" of playing in the Premiership.
The combative midfielder has long been linked with a potential move to England, with Manchester United most often cited as his potential destination.
However, despite his ambitions, Gattuso is contracted to Milan until 2011, which means that a move to England is still unlikely.
"I've never brought myself to change anything, even if I have always dreamed about playing in the Premier League," he said.
"I used to think, that I would never play at one club for more than three years. But here at Milan, anytime I have had these things in mind, I felt like I didn't want to change something.
"I've experienced beautiful moments, as well as some sad and difficult ones, but I have always met people who made me feel important. I became the person I am mostly because of the Milan-Family"
Instead, Gattuso will turn his attentions to trying to win the Champions League with the Rossoneri although he admits that they face a major test again Bayern Munich in them quarter-finals.
"Bayern have a lot of great players, they are one of the strongest teams in Europe," he admitted.
"I think, the team as a group is very dangerous. I also think that the change of the coach, with Hitzfeld's experience, could cause some problem for us."
Gattuso also offered words of sympathy for Oliver Kahn who is banned for the first-leg after misbehaving during a drugs test.
"It's maybe unjust, because he didn't make a mistake on the pitch or break the rules of the game," the former Rangers man said.
"Kahn is a very charismatic personality. He always wants to win, I like that. I somehow understand Kahn and what has happened to him, because I had a similar experience in Italy."
http://www.eurosport.com/football/premiership/2006-2007/sport_sto1137214.shtml
Posted by: Bluesummers Apr 3 2007, 12:20 AM
Italy's World Cup winning midfielder Gennaro Gattuso has told eurosport.com that he has "always dreamed" of playing in the Premiership.
The combative midfielder has long been linked with a potential move to England, with Manchester United most often cited as his potential destination.
However, despite his ambitions, Gattuso is contracted to Milan until 2011, which means that a move to England is still unlikely.
"I've never brought myself to change anything, even if I have always dreamed about playing in the Premier League," he said.
"I used to think, that I would never play at one club for more than three years. But here at Milan, anytime I have had these things in mind, I felt like I didn't want to change something.
"I've experienced beautiful moments, as well as some sad and difficult ones, but I have always met people who made me feel important. I became the person I am mostly because of the Milan-Family"
Instead, Gattuso will turn his attentions to trying to win the Champions League with the Rossoneri although he admits that they face a major test again Bayern Munich in them quarter-finals.
"Bayern have a lot of great players, they are one of the strongest teams in Europe," he admitted.
"I think, the team as a group is very dangerous. I also think that the change of the coach, with Hitzfeld's experience, could cause some problem for us."
Gattuso also offered words of sympathy for Oliver Kahn who is banned for the first-leg after misbehaving during a drugs test.
"It's maybe unjust, because he didn't make a mistake on the pitch or break the rules of the game," the former Rangers man said.
"Kahn is a very charismatic personality. He always wants to win, I like that. I somehow understand Kahn and what has happened to him, because I had a similar experience in Italy."
http://www.eurosport.com/football/premiership/2006-2007/sport_sto1137214.shtml
I think he'd have a fun time in epl. Especially because he can be as rough as he wants and get away with it too
Posted by: mchanna Apr 3 2007, 12:43 AM
noooooooooo! i dont want ringhio gone *cries*
I want him to be the next captain!
Posted by: dst Apr 3 2007, 03:07 AM
I don't think he'll go though... his current contract is going to be his last one!
Posted by: han2503 Apr 3 2007, 08:20 AM
I want him to be the next captain!
The title of the article is just misleading.
All he says is that he always had a dream of playing in the EpL, but even though he has that dream he doesn't want to change anything that he has right now.
It's safe to say that Rino will end his carreer here as Milan captain
Posted by: kurtsimonw Apr 3 2007, 06:20 PM
All he says is that he always had a dream of playing in the EpL, but even though he has that dream he doesn't want to change anything that he has right now.
It's safe to say that Rino will end his carreer here as Milan captain
I second that
Posted by: misha Apr 20 2007, 03:48 PM
Gattuso wants Scottish finale
Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso is keen to end his football days in Scotland, according to his agent Andrea D’Amico. The Azzurri hardman, who played for Glasgow Rangers during the 1997-98 season, has never hidden his admiration for Scottish football. “Rino has said he wants to close his career in Scotland, that’s true, but the end of his playing days is still a long way away,†said D’Amico. The World Champion has also been linked with a move to Manchester United and will face the Red Devils in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at Old Trafford next week.
Posted by: dst Apr 20 2007, 04:50 PM
It's his choice. In three years' time he will be much less efficient anyway...
Posted by: han2503 Apr 20 2007, 06:39 PM
In 5 years' time his contract will end and he could either retire or go out and play 1 or 2(max) more years in Scotland.
It's his choice anyway. He's got a Scottish wife so it's understandable that he would go and live there at some point.
Posted by: anano1214 Apr 21 2007, 02:58 PM
New pics 
))
rino and De Rosi
Posted by: anano1214 Apr 21 2007, 02:58 PM
Posted by: Tennie Apr 25 2007, 06:12 PM
Very nice article about our Rino in the Financial Times:
The peasant who revolted in underpants
By Simon Kuper
Published: April 20 2007 20:10 | Last updated: April 20 2007 20:10
It was one of the images of last year’s World Cup, though few people saw it – the bearded Italian midfielder Gennaro Gattuso, cavorting around Berlin’s Olympic Stadium in skimpy white underpants. Italy had won the final and Gattuso was celebrating. Horrified Fifa officials soon stopped him.
Underpants are seldom just underpants, and Gattuso’s symbolised his transformation from peasant to king. For years, his role in football teams was as servant to the stars. On Tuesday, when Milan visit Manchester United for the Champions League semi-final, he will be the team’s spiritual leader.
But more than that, the square-shaped Gattuso has become revered as an “anti-superstarâ€: the antidote to everything glossy in modern football.
Central to the Gattuso myth are his simple origins. He comes from a small town in Calabria, in Italy’s poor south, where he grew up playing football on the beach. Many of his relatives, like so many Calabrians, sought better lives abroad.
At 19, Gattuso did too. He joined Rangers in Glasgow, and fitted right in. British players, he says, “tackle like men. In Italy, if you tackle a player they moan to the refereeâ€.
Gattuso likes burying someone and then shaking his hand – though a Gattuso handshake can be scary too.
While other Italian players in Glasgow went about in beautiful suits, he hung around in tracksuits with Scottish players, notes Gabriele Marcotti, co-author of The Italian Job.
Gattuso left Scotland after only a year, but with a souvenir: his future wife Monica, whose father owned his favourite Glaswegian pizzeria.
Gattuso has promised to rejoin Rangers while still in his prime, but then he has also said he will never leave Milan, and has flirted with Manchester United, so it’s hard to know his future intentions for certain.
At 21 he joined Milan. It seemed an odd match. If Milanese men are the best-dressed men in the world, and Milan’s players are the best-dressed men in Milan, then what was Gattuso doing there?
At 1.77m and 77kg he is an unusually heavy footballer, who calls himself “as ugly as debtsâ€. As the Italian saying goes, “Man descends from Gattuso.†Furthermore, in a club famed for its passing, he received ironic applause at training whenever he completed a pass over five metres.
But he knew his place. “I’m just a stealer of balls,†he says. Italians call his type a mediano, the guy who procures the ball for someone else who can play – in Milan’s case, the great Kaka.
Gattuso reveres Kaka: “He is so perfect that sometimes I have to touch him to make sure he really exists.†Indeed, Gattuso’s most famous spat, the frantic bouncing up and down and shrieking at Christian Poulsen of Schalke, was prompted by Poulsen taunting Kaka.
“He behaved like a child,†said Poulsen afterwards. In fact Gattuso had behaved like Rumpelstiltskin, the evil bearded dwarf in the fairy tale.
Nonetheless, says Marcotti, Gattuso improves Milan’s brand. A peasant among dandies, he helps the club appear rooted.
At last summer’s World Cup he went from being an Italian to a global brand. This was thanks only partly to his appearance with several teammates in an underwear advertisement. Gattuso helped marshal perhaps the best defence ever assembled.
In the final, when Fabio Grosso cut out a French attack at the expense of a corner, something that would have won him applause in any other side, Gattuso beetled across to scold him: Italy didn’t concede corners.
During the tournament Gattuso burnished his peasant’s image. He called Italy’s triumph “the victory of a workers’ team. We have shown we have balls as big as houses†(just in case anyone had missed the underwear ads).
Gattuso became lionised as an “anti-galacticoâ€. Even his beard seemed a throwback to an age when footballers were ordinary blokes. In fact, Gattuso is far more glamorous than he admits. This Calabrian migrant is a globalised multimillionaire who recently adorned the cover of the Italian Vanity Fair. Many women adore him. Yes, he is a mediano, but in recent years mediani have staged a sort of peasants’ revolt, upstaging the Kakas to become football’s main men. Gattuso’s rustic image, though it fits his personality, is also a carefully managed brand. A gifted speaker, he is his own best brand manager.
Still, he deserves the acclaim. The season after winning the world cup is the hardest (we’ve all been there), and here is Gattuso, a step away from his third Champions League final in five seasons.
Officials planning for next month’s match in Athens had better pack some spare shorts.
Copyright The Financial Times Limited 2007
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/8853bef6-ef6f-11db-a64e-000b5df10621.html
Posted by: misha Apr 25 2007, 07:12 PM
Good article. Forza Rino!!
Posted by: han2503 Apr 25 2007, 07:21 PM
Wish he had been able to play the entire match yesterday, the outcome could have been MUCH more different
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 25 2007, 11:09 PM
Great read Tennie ... 
Posted by: misha Apr 29 2007, 10:24 PM
AC Milan's Gattuso was ready to attack Man Utd fan
tribalfooball.com
AC Milan midfielder Rino Gattuso has revealed he was ready to jump into the Old Trafford crowd last week to confront an abusive fan.
Now he would love nothing better than to knock Manchester United out of the Champions League this week to gain his revenge.
"While I was the leaving the field a fan tried to thrust his hands in my face," said the midfielder. "I was all ready to climb over and get him, but fortunately I was stopped."
Team-mate Cafu and backroom staff prevented the fiery Italian from handing out instant justice to his tormentor.
A Milan spokesman said: "Gattuso was taking insults but luckily Cafu was right next to him and it didn't go any further. We didn't make any official complaint."
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 29 2007, 10:48 PM
Milan don't cry foul .. 
Posted by: han2503 Apr 30 2007, 09:07 AM
You better get em on Wednesday Rino!!!!!
Posted by: KillerMax Apr 30 2007, 01:37 PM
I don't trust Tribal one bit. Give me a reliable link.
Posted by: arivanjj Apr 30 2007, 01:42 PM
why do you guys even bother posting tribal news on here?
Posted by: jefri91 Apr 30 2007, 02:02 PM
Actually this really happened. Didnt you see the Man U fan who gave Gattuso the finger while he was walking up the stairs?? I facking hate those wankers. They boo Gattuso even when he's laying on the ground and booing the whole team. For being such an @sshole club... Milan will **** you
Posted by: arivanjj Apr 30 2007, 02:09 PM
yeah it might have been true but half of the bull they put up is made up or they add more bull to it like they've done there.
Posted by: Tennie Apr 30 2007, 02:09 PM
I hate to be a whiny girl, but could we please stop with the **** comments?
Thanks.
Posted by: bigmacmtl May 25 2007, 07:16 PM
"Another Rossoneri hero, Gennaro Gattuso, is putting the Azzurri first. He pledged to dye his hair blonde if Milan won the Champions League, but pointed out he will only do so after the Euro 2008 qualifiers against Lithuania and the Faroe Islands." i cant wait!
Posted by: bigmacmtl May 25 2007, 07:16 PM
http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/may25l.html
Posted by: kurtsimonw May 26 2007, 04:22 PM
i cant wait!I hope he doesnt!
Does anybody remember when they whol Romania squad did it at World Cup 98 (I think it was then?) They looked ridiculous!
Posted by: KillerMax Jun 2 2007, 03:26 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK0FgPttjuw
Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 2 2007, 03:33 AM
Great video, shame about the pansy music.
There's only 1 thing I dislike about Rino.. The fact he hates Poulsen more than anything. Why can't they just get along. 
Posted by: KillerMax Jun 2 2007, 03:46 AM
There's only 1 thing I dislike about Rino.. The fact he hates Poulsen more than anything. Why can't they just get along.
What do you like about Poulsen?
Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 2 2007, 03:50 AM
I also support Sevilla.
Plus I just like him anyways, even after the Schalke incident the other year.
The Euro Super Cup is going to be a great watch. Poulsen - Gattuso.. The rematch.
Posted by: bigmacmtl Jun 2 2007, 05:22 AM
There's only 1 thing I dislike about Rino.. The fact he hates Poulsen more than anything. Why can't they just get along.
euro 04 he he stomps on totti, and duuring the shalke matches he was taking out kakas legs everytime he had the chance.
Posted by: dst Jun 2 2007, 12:57 PM
Kurt... really WHAT THE F@CK IS YOUR PROBLEM!??!??
I mean... you like Materazzi... OK, me too I believe he's more bumbling and utterly stupid than dirty...
But Poulsen!!!?? POULSEN!!!!!!!!!!! CHRISTIAN POULSEN!??
Come on... that guy's middle name is Bager... BUGGER!!! Obviously, his parents hate him!! But you...
You sure there's not any problem with the water in Birmingham!??
Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 2 2007, 03:11 PM
I've liked Matrix since his Everton days, he was as funny as unique there as he is now. The only thing wrong with him is the colour shirt he wears.
Everyone takes sides with those incidents. No, I didn't like it that Poulsen stamped on Totti, but I didn't care when Ball stamped on Cristiano.
If Rino was to do something to Poulsen I bet you wouldn't care? It all depends who's side you're on. For me, Rino was the first to p!ss me off, only players with metal issues go and play for a classless team like Rangers. But I grew to love him when he joined Milan. Same goes for Poulsen, I didn't like what he did throughout the Schalke game.. But when he joined Sevilla I started to like him.
It's hard to dislike your teams important players, and they both important for my teams, so I like them both.
I live on the good side of Birmingham, not the crappy blue side.
Posted by: dst Jun 2 2007, 03:24 PM
Well... fair enough... I'm still not convinced about the water issue though.
Posted by: anano1214 Jun 5 2007, 10:39 AM
http://img401.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11948961ai3.gif http://img168.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11946577gb1.jpg http://img63.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11931429cm2.jpg http://img409.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11889714sv0.jpg
Posted by: anano1214 Jun 5 2007, 10:42 AM
http://img513.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11505229pictcl6.jpg http://img513.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11505231pictab3.jpg http://img250.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11505237pictpb5.jpg http://img250.imageshack.us/my.php?image=11505241pictyr1.jpg
Posted by: misha Jun 26 2007, 08:48 PM
Gattuso Day declared in Canada!
Gennaro Gattuso’s visit to Oshawa saw over 2,500 fans come to greet him and June 25 declared Gattuso Day.
The large Calabrian community in the area invited the Milan and Italy star to the city near Toronto and Mayor John Gray gave him honorary citizenship.
June 25, 2007 was proclaimed ‘Gennaro Ivan Rino Gattuso Day’ and locals crowded into the Acura 2000 venue to salute the World Cup winner.
“I didn’t expect this. I am truly honoured,†said the midfielder and native Calabrian before he was whisked to the Le Parc centre for a charity gala.
Gattuso’s tour of North America is not over yet, as he will also visit the Milan Club in Brampton and fly to New York for a fundraiser of the Italian Children Foundation on Wednesday.
Posted by: dst Jun 26 2007, 09:18 PM
LOL!!
Well done Gatto!!
Posted by: Tennie Jun 26 2007, 09:22 PM
And he has an official fan club too! It's run by a couple of his childhood friends in Calabria.
http://www.rinogattusofanclub.net/index.asp
Posted by: bigmacmtl Jun 27 2007, 04:54 AM
The large Calabrian community in the area invited the Milan and Italy star to the city near Toronto and Mayor John Gray gave him honorary citizenship.
June 25, 2007 was proclaimed ‘Gennaro Ivan Rino Gattuso Day’ and locals crowded into the Acura 2000 venue to salute the World Cup winner.
“I didn’t expect this. I am truly honoured,†said the midfielder and native Calabrian before he was whisked to the Le Parc centre for a charity gala.
Gattuso’s tour of North America is not over yet, as he will also visit the Milan Club in Brampton and fly to New York for a fundraiser of the Italian Children Foundation on Wednesday.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Jul 9 2007, 11:48 AM
The Milan midfielder wants to be the new Rossoneri's captain once Paolo Maldini decides to retire from the club.
Gennaro Gattuso has sent his candidature to be the new Milan captain, as the Italian international midfielder declared that he is ready to take the responsibilities to help lead the Rossoneri.
"If they had to ask me, I would take the responsibility to be the captain of Milan," confirmed Gattuso who will be starting his ninth season for the Rossoneri following his experiences with Perugia, Glasgow Rangers and Salernitana.
His main 'competitor' for this role is Massimo Ambrosini, who last season wore the captain's armband when Paolo Maldini was not available, but in the past, President Silvio Berlusconi had already stated his desire to see 'Ringhio' captain Milan to more success.
With the Rossoneri, Gattuso won everything there was to win, including three Champions League trophies and one Serie A title.[/B]
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Jul 9 2007, 01:11 PM
Gattuso deserves it. Though he is a tempermental player, he has (shockingly), maybe just 2 yellow cards in the CL last season .. So that shows you maturity
Forza Gattuso
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Jul 9 2007, 02:03 PM
in the CL last season .. So that shows you maturity Forza Gattuso
Thus there were situations in which he was on the verge of being excluded.
This would be unfair to Ambrosini. If Massimo gets a place in the starting 11, he should be without any question captain. If not, well, I would nominee Nesta or Pirlo,..(it would be really weird seeing Pippo with the armband, wouldn`t it be?
). I think Gattuso is a soldier, he is a fighter more than a commander. Everything the armband gives in the motivational segment Gattuso allready posseses. But the captain has to be rational, he has to bee first in order to stop a fight or put his authority infront of the ref or opposite player, rather then be the first who starts the fight. Thats the reason why I don`t want him as captain. And yes, he is learning, but still, when it comes to the captains amrband, I really wanna be 100% sure that I can count on his responsible reaction. And that with Rino,..you never know,..
Posted by: arivanjj Jul 9 2007, 03:23 PM
ok let's not talk about captain's armband yet. i'm still hoping for Paolo to change his mind and play for another three years!
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Jul 9 2007, 03:28 PM
Paolo Maldini is the Captain !
Just as Baresi was the Captain !
No one can take that away from them. Not Kaka and not Gattuso, that is all I know
But the arm band ... Hehe I think of it like a slut, nowadays
Ambro no Gattuso no Maldini nop Shevchen.. NO !! Maldini no Kaka no Nesta hehe
Posted by: dst Jul 9 2007, 04:34 PM
Try to focus on the upcoming season Gennaro and then try shhh!! God is your captain!! 
Posted by: misha Jul 9 2007, 09:29 PM
Ambro is second in line (and rightfully so).
Posted by: misha Jul 9 2007, 10:35 PM
Milan symbol Rino Gattuso declared that his first objective for the new season is to avenge the 2003 defeat against Boca Juniors in the Intercontinental Cup final.
Speaking to "Radio Deejay" microphones, Milan's midfield battler Gennaro "Rino" Gattuso is ready to begin a challenging new season in the league as well as in the cup competitions:
"I can't wait for the 23rd of July so I can begin training again with my team mates, this summer we rested well and for a long time so there are no alibis. All I ask for the new season is health, the rest of it will be down to our strength.
"Objectives? I still haven't digested the loss against Boca Juniors in the Intercontinental Cup final", he revealed.
Today it's the first anniversary of Italy's World Cup triumph in Germany, which Gattuso reminisced about as follows: "Never as then did I fight against time, I remember the hours prior to the game, I thought about what could happen if we took the lead or viceversa and I felt a pain in my stomach that I had never felt before."
Posted by: anano1214 Sep 10 2007, 08:27 PM
http://img102.imagevenue.com/img.php?image=52359_443348908_ec33492ef6_122_772lo.jpg
Posted by: redbabies Sep 17 2007, 10:45 PM
Rino trusts in Milan mentality
Milan midfield dynamo Gennaro Gattuso believes that Milan’s secret weapon for success in Europe lies in the spirit in the dressing room.
The Rossoneri start their defence of the European throne against Benfica at the San Siro on Tuesday evening.
After having to settle for a point against Siena last weekend there is a feeling in the peninsula that the Diavolo may struggle against the Portuguese giants, but Gattuso tells a different story.
“The key lies in the dressing room and that’s no big secret,†he told Spanish newspaper El Pais.
“When you see someone like Paolo Maldini who at 39-years-old can play in a Champions League Final and give blood, sweat and tears to the caiuse you’d be an idiot not to see how he is an inspiration.
“Then there’s Clarence Seedorf who has won four Champions League titles with three different sides, but I saw him cry with the emotion of winning last year’s semi-final against Manchester United.
“We are the kind of club that finds motivation in the hardest times and has winning in our DNA, Silvio Berlusconi has seen to that.â€
As for his own role, the ex-Rangers man was typically modest as he described the pugnacious spirit that has defined his career.
“At times I look at my feet and curse them as they never gave me any joy,†he chuckled. “I’m always telling Carlo Ancelotti to imagine what I’d be like if I had silky skills – we wouldn’t have space for the trophies!
“There are players like Kaka who are born as stars and then men like me who have to build a career from endless passion.â€
Andrea Pirlo is set to overcome injury problems to feature against Benfica, but Ronaldo’s absence limits the attacking options to just Alberto Gilardino and Pippo Inzaghi.
Milan squad: Dida, Kalac; Bonera, Cafu, Favalli, Jankulovski, Kaladze, Nesta, Oddo, Simic; Ambrosini, Brocchi, Gattuso, Emerson, Gourcuff, Kaka, Pirlo, Seedorf; Gilardino, Inzaghi
-----------
http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep17l.html
----------
The point of all this posting is the BOLD text. Isn't he great?
Posted by: misha Sep 17 2007, 11:00 PM
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Sep 17 2007, 11:02 PM
Now, you've described Frank Rijkaard
Posted by: dst Sep 17 2007, 11:07 PM
He is the best and most complete DMF I've ever seen play but still, he wasn't as creative as Pirlo is! Pirlo is unique, a no.10 in a deep position! Both spectacular!!!
I love that quote from Rino, thanks rb!
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Sep 17 2007, 11:15 PM
Right. What I ment to say was, the nearest person suitable would be Frank.
Posted by: Tennie Nov 8 2007, 01:23 PM
CONGRATULATIONS RINO!
[This morning at 11.31, Francesco Gattuso was born, the second child of Rino and Monica. He wighs in at 3.5 kilos. Congratulaitons to our world champion and to Monica.]
MILANO - Questa mattina alle 11.31 è nato Francesco Gattuso, il secondogenito di Rino e Monica. Il neonato ha visto la luce all'ospedale di Varese e al momento della sua nascita il peso era di 3,5 kg. Al nostro campione e alla mamma di Francesco, la signora Monica, vanno le più sentite e affettuose congratulazioni da parte di tutti i milanisti e di tutti gli appassionati di calcio. (from breaking news section of acmilan.com's italian page)
Posted by: zdrossoneri Nov 8 2007, 02:04 PM
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 8 2007, 02:39 PM
Congrats Ringo ... So there is anotehr bulldog in the making .. Great
Posted by: KillerMax Nov 8 2007, 03:26 PM
Sure. He is probably gonna get something from each parent... The strong manly face... The mean looking eyes... The short muscular body... And maybe something from Gennaro too...
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 8 2007, 03:42 PM
Too harsh, hope he doesn't check these forums though, or else he'd be raging towards u
p.s. maybe he'll take that gutless determination from Gennaro
Posted by: rhy_A4 Nov 8 2007, 04:43 PM
Congratulations !!
Posted by: dst Nov 8 2007, 05:14 PM
Boy, I bet that kid could have stayed in there for another 10 months and he still would not be tired...
As the son of Gattuso he should be named Gattusinho... now imagine Gattuso with some Brazilian magic on him...
Posted by: LaPalma Nov 8 2007, 05:17 PM
As the son of Gattuso he should be named Gattusinho... now imagine Gattuso with some Brazilian magic on him...
Sounds a bit like Carlos Dunga
Anyways, congrats Rino!
Posted by: kaka_sheva Nov 9 2007, 10:32 PM
awww, hoorah for Rino!!!
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Nov 10 2007, 01:05 AM
Wish him all the best,..!
Posted by: KillerMax Nov 10 2007, 04:17 AM
I wish little Francesco all the best too... You know you're in trouble when your dad is Gattuso...
Posted by: rhy_A4 Dec 28 2007, 03:57 PM
Gattuso returns to Rangers Friday 28 December, 2007
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gennaro Gattuso has found an unusual way to spend his winter holidays. While teammates have flown to Florida for a warm Christmas, he has returned to Scotland to train with Rangers.
The Milan midfielder, who played for the Ibrox outfit in 1997-98, is in Glasgow to visit the family of his wife Monica and has been allowed to train with the Scottish team, and will do so until his return to Italy next week.
The 29-year-old defensive midfielder has previously stated that he would like to play once again with Rangers before the end of his career.
The Rossoneri fly to Dubai on January 2, where they will resume training and play a friendly match.
Meanwhile, Milan agent Leonardo is trying to sort out some problems with the contract of Alexandre Pato.
The Brazilian youth should make his debut with the Rossoneri on January 13 against Napoli, but his contract hasn’t yet been given to the Lega Calcio.
The Milanisti could hand in the contract on the January 4, but the Brazilian Federation may make them wait. If so, Pato would have to wait one more week before kicking his first ball at San Siro.
I got this link from the Rangers Website aswell
http://www.rangers.premiumtv.co.uk/page/News/NewsDetail/0,,5~1200275,00.html
Posted by: Tennie Jan 9 2008, 03:57 PM
Happy 30th birthday to Rino!
Posted by: zdrossoneri Jan 9 2008, 04:23 PM
Happy birthday to Rino.
So... he joins the +30 league too... now we have about 20 of them!!
Posted by: arivanjj Jan 9 2008, 10:17 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Posted by: Tennie Feb 9 2008, 05:41 PM
So in the 'today's training' article on acmilan.com's Italian page, there was an interesting little postscript:
RINO GATTUSO TOOK PART IN THE ENTIRE TRAINING SESSION WITH THE TEAM.
Who needs Superman when we have Rino?
Forza Gattuso!
Posted by: kurtsimonw Feb 9 2008, 05:45 PM
Well, he certainly recovered quickly!
Posted by: dst Feb 9 2008, 05:54 PM
This guy will love longer than our grand-grand-children!
Posted by: zdrossoneri Feb 9 2008, 07:55 PM
RINO GATTUSO TOOK PART IN THE ENTIRE TRAINING SESSION WITH THE TEAM.
Who needs Superman when we have Rino?
Forza Gattuso!
Now I understand why goal.com described him as a 'notoriously fast-healer.'
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Feb 10 2008, 02:22 PM
I kept thinking that Rino looked lik someone from comics. I guess it was Wolverine....accelerated healing factor and all.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Feb 13 2008, 08:05 PM
Nostalgic photo. I just felt like posting it here:
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Mar 9 2008, 02:26 PM
One of his worst seasons, if not his worst. He's a disaster. I hear people talking bad about the way Ambrosini plays, but some has to say it - Rino is terrible this season. Terrible. 
Posted by: acid911 Mar 9 2008, 10:03 PM
Rino is terrible this season. Yes, he is, both when considering the 2006/07 season and his own high standards. Him and Pirlo have wired timings to get out out form, and the worse part is that both are out of touch at the same time. We keep loosing balls and passes in the midfield regularly, and it has come back to haunt us more than once.
Posted by: dst Mar 9 2008, 11:22 PM
It's only normal in my opinion he runs (I mean running not distance covering) more than anyone else in the squad and he has rarely been changed in the past 3 seasons... he has played till two CL finals one semi-final, a WC final, ... who in Europe has played more games than him?
Posted by: I_Rossoneri Mar 9 2008, 11:32 PM
It all boils down to the fact that we haven't strengthened in previous seasons when we should have, and now we haven't got adequate replacements for our first team.
In the summer we need quality young replacements for Pirlo, Kaka, Seedorf and Rino as well as a quality first choice keeper and possibly another forward. and that is without covering the players we will lose who are out of contract.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Mar 10 2008, 12:48 AM
Yep, we need to get him a backup. He really has been terrible this season, by far the biggest disappointment in our squad, in my opinion.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Mar 10 2008, 08:06 PM
Apart from being "just tired", he turned 30, did he? Loosing pace,..I wonder...are we loosing a good/great player?
Posted by: dst Mar 11 2008, 12:49 AM
He was still great a year ago... I don't think the change can be so drastic... but yeah considering his non-stop running and marking is his greater quality as a player, he will become less effective year by year...
Posted by: bigmacmtl Mar 11 2008, 03:38 AM
this is what scares me about this team.
instead of looking for a potential replacement/sub for gattuso they'll wait for another 3-4 years until he's complete shite to even consider benching him.
we should have got a like for like sheva replacement when he left but still dont have it.
we needed a quality creative mid replacement for rui when he left, still dont have it.
and now other problems like pirlo and gattuso getting older are creeping up and we havent even delt witht he problems we have right now.
i mean we arent in a terrible situation, but at the rate our management our dealing with prbolems we are going to be soo fcked couple of years down the road....
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 21 2008, 04:49 PM
Adriano Galliani talked about the rumors that have surfaced about the possibility of Milan's midfield dynamo, Gattuso, leaving.
Galliani told SKY: "I don't know if he is having problems with any member of the team. But for sure he doesn't have any problems with me, the president, or any of his team mates. Also, he hasn't asked me for a transfer and I am positive that he would never ask for such a thing. Milan's champions will remain at the club, be that in good circumstances or bad circumstances."
SKY
We can't forget the conflict that happened between Milan and Madrid last season, about the fabricated transfer agreement between Kaka' and Madrid that was orchestrated by the Spanish news.
And with the rumors of Gattuso now moving away from Milan, Galliani stands up, the same way he did for Kaka'. Milan's general manager who know takes the reigns of the club after Berlusconi won the elections: "Again I will concur that Gennaro Ivan Gattuso will remain with Milan, he is not one of the players who are available for sale as his long contract stresses. At the end of the season we will meet with him and his representatives. The Milan tifosi can all but rest assured that Gattuso is not going anywhere, just how I assured about Kaka' not going anywhere."
He continued: " Gattuso hasn't and wont ask for a transfer. It is true that we will bring in a midfielder, but that will not be at the expense of Gattuso, he is an integral part of this team."
ControCampo
Ringo Gattuso is a name that has been in the Italian press for quit sometime and it is also linked with a move to England or Germany. But his agent, Claudio Pasqualin has confirmed that Ringo's desire is to remain with Milan.
Pasqualin told radio "Kiss Kiss Napoli" : "Ringo i a Rossonero and wants to remain Rossonero. We will meet with the Milan management within the coming month, as we need a few confirmations. But the there is no doubt in that RIngo wants to remain at Milan. At any rate, we will need to talk to the club and then see."
He talked about Ronaldinho and his imminent arrival: "I think that what Barca are asking for is an exaggerated number. Milan seem to be on course to finish up all their transfer negotiations
And I am sure it will go through, because no other team has followed Ronaldinho the way that Milan have."Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 21 2008, 04:57 PM
erm .. he's in ur sig and avatar
Posted by: dst Apr 21 2008, 05:21 PM
What are you so angry for? It has become your favorite smiley of late...
No Maldini has not played as many games as Gattuso in the past 3 seasons (which is what I was talking about). Not even close.
Posted by: acid911 Apr 21 2008, 05:39 PM
Boy, the sure could use a spell checker (or two) out there.
Sure, these things can escape, but the again, should be corrected when seen.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Apr 21 2008, 05:44 PM
Thank you R7...for a moment it was another patent MF storm in a tea-cup coming in.
Oh...I'm kinda hopping mad with joy...coz Galliani said it's true we're bringing in a MF.
Maybe it's Flamini...I don't know. I'd love an Essien or a Gerrard. 
I'd even take Rijkaard or Carletto back.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 21 2008, 06:00 PM
Sure, these things can escape, but the again, should be corrected when seen.erm that was me translating
.. okay, next time I'll just post it in Arabic @dst ..
How could you betray him ! This is blasphemy .. You'll receive eternal damnation !
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Apr 21 2008, 06:03 PM
^^^ He started his sentence a long time ago. It's already been 13,000 posts since he had a life.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 21 2008, 06:08 PM
He started his sentence a long time ago. It's already been 13,000 posts since he had a life.
Posted by: acid911 Apr 21 2008, 06:16 PM
Oh, it was you translating?
It's okay then, mate. My bad. Sorry about that.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Apr 21 2008, 06:19 PM
It's okay then, mate. My bad. Sorry about that.My English usually is much better ... But I guess I was in a hurry
No problem dude
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Apr 21 2008, 06:31 PM
^^
Psst...no worries...I already told our boys to take care of him. They'll fix him. Messing up with our translations... 
Oh yeah...very discreet....no one will know.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 30 2008, 06:16 PM
Ole Hones (Spell) Manager of Bayern Munich had confirmed that there was contact between Bayern and Milan over the sale of Gattuso, but Milan were made it too difficult for them to negotiate.
Ole Hones said of their interest in Gattuso: "It's real, we tried until the end, But we weren't able to take him, the reason ? Milan wrote down a number that was too much, actually more than that!"
Posted by: morgoth Jun 2 2008, 04:43 PM
Gattuso gave an interview where he said he wants to be Milan's captain in the future but wants to see Paolo play another year. He also said that Milan needs two young players to be competitive again.
That's the Gattuso I want see, motivated and leading the team
http://www.sportmediaset.it/calcio/articoli/11837/calcio+milan+gattuso+maldini+ancelotti
Posted by: Bluesummers Jun 2 2008, 09:07 PM
That's the Gattuso I want see, motivated and leading the team
http://www.sportmediaset.it/calcio/articoli/11837/calcio+milan+gattuso+maldini+ancelotti
i would rather see him in a brawl with matterazzi
. but to each his own.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 2 2008, 09:55 PM
I think he'll struggle to ever be a permanent captain, as he's not much younger than Ambro. But he'll captain the side ever now and then when Ambro isn't playing/subbed off.
Posted by: whoarethepatriots Jun 2 2008, 10:31 PM
Yeah i cant see him as no1 captain either. When Paolo retires Ambro becomes Captain and Gattuso probably vice captain
Posted by: Portikins Jun 2 2008, 11:41 PM
. but to each his own.Gattuso is one of the best friends of Materazzi.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Jun 3 2008, 08:59 AM
Yup Matrix rescued Gattuso from a bar altercation supposedly. But everytime I see the two...this is what comes to my mind.
Rino is the short guy on the right of course. The one with super healing powers.
Posted by: m1ke Jun 3 2008, 09:32 AM
^^
Posted by: Locke Lamora Sep 7 2008, 06:37 PM
Gattuso fractures wrist in fall! Sunday 7 September, 2008
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Another bizarre injury has struck the Azzurri, as Gennaro Gattuso fell into the dug-out and broke his wrist!
The Milan midfielder was taking part in a friendly run-out with the Beretti team of unemployed players at the Gradisca d’Isonzo training ground this afternoon.
He tumbled into the dug-out where the Italian bench was placed, hitting his head and left wrist.
Gattuso has been taken to hospital for X-Rays, as the initial diagnosis is a fractured wrist that could well require surgical intervention.
Even if it is only a bad knock, it is likely that will rule him out of Wednesday’s encounter with Georgia.
It is the latest odd injury to strike the Italy squad during these 2010 World Cup qualifiers.
Fabio Grosso fractured two ribs during a fall in the 2-1 win in Cyprus last night and Alessandro Gamberini dislocated his right shoulder just 60 seconds into the same match.
Gamberini’s shoulder was in such a bad state that he had to be put under general anaesthetic in the local hospital for medics to pop it back into place.
channel 4
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 7 2008, 06:55 PM
Damn it.
I really think Lippi must call other players now.
Posted by: Il Capitano Sep 7 2008, 08:40 PM
Looks like Ringhio is out of luck right now. This is the second time he returns with an injury.
Posted by: Tennie Sep 7 2008, 08:52 PM
I hope Rino recovers soon!
That said, the fact that we've got Flamini (who hopefully won't get hurt playing for France) doesn't exactly leave a huge gaping hole in the center of midfield the way Rino's injury would've done last year.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 7 2008, 10:28 PM
That said, the fact that we've got Flamini (who hopefully won't get hurt playing for France) doesn't exactly leave a huge gaping hole in the center of midfield the way Rino's injury would've done last year.
Same here, I feel there wont be that big of a hole to fill by either Ambro or Flamini, but Milan would be lacking heart in the middle of the pitch, the tenaciousness
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 7 2008, 10:31 PM
I'm also hesitant to say let Ambro go play against Georgia... I really like Lippi, but I think Donadoni hired some witchdoctor or something to put a curse on Italy lol...
Posted by: acid911 Sep 8 2008, 06:52 AM
Posted by: gal_kenny Sep 8 2008, 03:24 PM
There are reports claiming Gattuso is out of the Milan-inter derby..
Posted by: Tennie Sep 8 2008, 03:29 PM
It's possible he won't play in the Derby, yes. The Derby is Sept 28 and if it takes a month for him to heal then yeah. He will probably be out.
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 8 2008, 03:30 PM
Sour grapes don't you know?
But anyways seriously... who knows about Gattuso... he's a very fast healer, and he could be back by the time of the Milan-Merda derby... besides that we're pretty well covered in that position... with Flamini... I'm glad we kept Gattuso instead of selling him... he could be important for Flamini's further development as a player.
Posted by: gal_kenny Sep 8 2008, 03:41 PM
But anyways seriously... who knows about Gattuso... he's a very fast healer, and he could be back by the time of the Milan-Merda derby... besides that we're pretty well covered in that position... with Flamini... I'm glad we kept Gattuso instead of selling him... he could be important for Flamini's further development as a player.
Very true...I think he'll heal faster than expected..That's how Gattuso always is...
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 8 2008, 03:43 PM
Imagine if all our players healed as fast as he does...
Posted by: Tennie Sep 8 2008, 03:58 PM
I've seen the 'he heals fast' thing repeated several times. It's true, but broken bones are a little different from soft tissue injuries. Therefore, I'm far from certain that Gattuso will be back in time for the derby - and I think it'd be unwise to rush his return, given that we've got cover for the position.
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 8 2008, 05:12 PM
Yeah that's true. We have enough to cover in that position, in particular Flamini...
Posted by: han2503 Sep 8 2008, 05:58 PM
Exactly what I've been thinking while seeing all the fast healer comments.
Broken bones, especially like the ones Rino broke in his hands have nothing to do with the player's ability to make a quick recovery, this isn't some muscular injury that he can recover through by working hard in physio therapy.
Posted by: Tennie Sep 8 2008, 06:01 PM
Not something I needed to read during lunch. Apparently Rino ALSO dislocated the fingers of his left hand when he fell. Ow. So...dislocated wrist, dislocated fingers, broken hand. Owie. The fact that he's as cheerful as he has been ('It could've been worse' was his quote) is pretty remarkable. That must've really hurt.
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 8 2008, 06:42 PM
Not something I needed to read during lunch. Apparently Rino ALSO dislocated the fingers of his left hand when he fell. Ow. So...dislocated wrist, dislocated fingers, broken hand. Owie. The fact that he's as cheerful as he has been ('It could've been worse' was his quote) is pretty remarkable. That must've really hurt.He has the qualities of a fighter... nothing will get him down about anything. I like his attitude...
Posted by: Tennie Sep 8 2008, 08:51 PM
Rino today.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 8 2008, 08:58 PM
Not something I needed to read during lunch. Apparently Rino ALSO dislocated the fingers of his left hand when he fell. Ow. So...dislocated wrist, dislocated fingers, broken hand. Owie. The fact that he's as cheerful as he has been ('It could've been worse' was his quote) is pretty remarkable. That must've really hurt.
I wonder what kind of fall it was (any videos btw?)... he's broken his everywhere!
Posted by: Tennie Sep 8 2008, 09:32 PM
Here's a video, courtesy of Mediaset. Not the best quality but it shows what happened.
http://www.sportmediaset.it/calcio/video/video1988.shtml
Posted by: han2503 Sep 8 2008, 09:38 PM
http://www.sportmediaset.it/calcio/video/video1988.shtml
Look at him, taking it like a man, that's our Rino. If that were C.Ronaldo I would bet 10 bucks that he would have cried his @ss off
Lippi's ball 'bounce' was the highlight though
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 8 2008, 09:44 PM
http://www.sportmediaset.it/calcio/video/video1988.shtml
grazie!
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 8 2008, 09:53 PM
LOL @ Lippi's reaction.
Forza Rino the man!
Posted by: Giancarlo Sep 8 2008, 10:32 PM
He'd look at his arm, and even though it's completely dislocated... he'd be like "oh no biggie... just get me to the hospital to get this fixed up". That's Rino for you... yeah if that happened to Cristiano he'd be crying... oh man... I couldn't imagine how that drama queen would be.
Man, Lippi was pissed...
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 9 2008, 12:55 AM
Thanks for the highlights Tennie ... Damn, Ringo, I wouldn't have imagined it like that, he is lucky to get away with just a sprained wrist, it could have been much worse.
Posted by: han2503 Sep 9 2008, 12:00 PM
Well it's not just sprained, it's broken and dislocated in several places.
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 9 2008, 06:08 PM
Got it, nevertheless, it could have been far worse, I mean, Imagine if his head hit the concrete first ? Or if his knees landed first (and considering his weight), I'd say the damage would have been far worse.
Posted by: han2503 Sep 9 2008, 07:18 PM
Looking at it that way, it does seem like he got out of it lucky.
Why is the dug out like that? It's unsafe. Gattuso was running backwards probably to get back into position or recieve the ball and he fell in, that could happen to anybody. Those dugouts should be level with the playing surface
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 9 2008, 07:23 PM
I think the pitch was that of a training ground surface, and considering Milanello doesn't have those dug outs, I guess he grew a bit more confident in backing into things
But yeah, your right, those dugouts are very dangerous, but Gattuso he is just too reckless at the same time
Posted by: rhy_A4 Sep 9 2008, 07:29 PM
Cheers Tennie poor Rino get well soon man !!! i want to see you when i go to the San Siro !!!
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 9 2008, 07:36 PM
Yeah get well soon
Posted by: han2503 Sep 9 2008, 07:51 PM
Yep it was a training ground, those dugouts should be filled up and made level with the playing surface.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 22 2008, 01:03 PM
Ahead of next week's big derby, Mourinho sarcastically said: “Dejan Stankovic can recover before the derby and should already be in the side on Wednesday against Lecce.
“I like telling it like it is and giving out the correct predicted recovery times for players. Others prefer to suggest far longer lay-offs so it’s all wonderful and marvellous when someone manages to return ‘ahead’ of schedule.”
Gattuso suffered multiple fractures to his hand and wrist when accidentally falling into the dug-out during an Italy training ground test at Gradisca d’Isonzo, but he was back for Milan's victory over Lazio last night.
I mean honestly, sometimes he ought to just keep quiet. Posted by: Mook Sep 22 2008, 01:18 PM
He'll get whats coming to him when we crush them on Sunday. 
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 22 2008, 01:32 PM
It's not about winning or losing. This is what Carletto mean when calling him a provocateur. This statement is just meant to draw us out into a battle of words.
I hope we're classy enough to ignore his statements.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Sep 22 2008, 01:45 PM
Am I the only one that doesn't see the 'mocking' in what he said. I really don't see how what he said is at all mean towards the club. 
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 22 2008, 04:22 PM
NO
I read it on, I think, C4 the other day but was left wondering what was the part in which Mourinho mocks Gattuso
Posted by: Darunia Sep 22 2008, 06:48 PM
“I like telling it like it is and giving out the correct predicted recovery times for players. Others prefer to suggest far longer lay-offs so it’s all wonderful and marvellous when someone manages to return ‘ahead’ of schedule.
He's probably referring to Gattuso and his "miracle" recoveries. Original estimates said he'd miss the derby but he's back.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Sep 22 2008, 06:54 PM
I think he's saying clubs over-estimate injuries, so when players come back the fans are like "Wow, this is great news". If they gave a true estimate, and they came back a week later, the fans would probably complain.
Posted by: dst Sep 23 2008, 10:00 AM
As much as I loathe the man I cannot see how what he said is linked with Milan in particular.
His arrogance is still annoying: "I do thing the right way. The others are wrong."
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 23 2008, 11:58 AM
His arrogance is still annoying: "I do thing the right way. The others are wrong."
My point exactly...
Posted by: Il Capitano Sep 26 2008, 05:46 PM
"Borriello is made of much more stronger stuff than Gilardino," Gattuso told Milan Channel.
"Borriello has incredible drive inside him and physically he is a beast.
“The shirt of Milan weighs heavily, and with all due respect, it weighs much more than that of Fiorentina. To play for Milan you must have great personality.”
Ringhio saying like it is.
Posted by: KillerMax Sep 26 2008, 06:56 PM
Forza Gattuso!
Forza Borriello!
Posted by: dst Sep 26 2008, 09:39 PM
That was not needed... 
Posted by: acid911 Sep 26 2008, 09:58 PM
I second that.
What if Gattuso went to Bayern and flopped there? People would then say he had 'too much' personality? Oh wait, Steven Gerrard already said that. Anyway, maybe Rino is telling the truth, maybe he should just have kept quiet, or maybe Gila will come out as the leading goal scorer in Serie A this season and win the CL to boot?
Posted by: kurtsimonw Sep 26 2008, 10:48 PM
Go away Rino, as far away from Milan as you can get.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 26 2008, 10:57 PM
Gattuso is telling the truth. the shirt of Milan was too heavy for Gila... Gila can nag about the difference between the way Milan and Fiorentina play, but that won't make me forget all the great chances, like many one-on-ones, he wasted here. those misses had nothing to do with the 'systems and formations'. his problem was all psychological if you ask me.
Posted by: Habitant Sep 26 2008, 11:36 PM
i'm with you as well.
it sorta shows a sign of insecurity now that he has to take a shot at him now that he's doing well. he should have just wished him well.
Posted by: KillerMax Sep 27 2008, 02:09 AM
Gattuso has always been this way. He is not afraid to offend others. He is not Mourinho... He is not shrewd. He just goes with his gut.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Sep 27 2008, 10:06 AM
The timing of it is the funniest, he wouldn't get into the Milan under 10s with the way he's been playing in the last 12 months.. yet he has the time to criticise others? I think Mr. Rino needs to take a look in the mirror, simply not good enough.
Posted by: dst Sep 27 2008, 02:40 PM
WHAT? Man, the ones you do not like you are so hard at!
Whether Gattuso is right or wrong I don't see why he had to say these things. He should have avoided it.
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Sep 27 2008, 02:46 PM
+1 Some things don't need to be said
Posted by: acid911 Sep 27 2008, 09:56 PM
Exactly. Like Gila not answering back in the media about Rino's comments.
Boy, the two would have a hard time in the Azzuri matches, me thinks. No personality, huh?
Posted by: Bluesummers Sep 28 2008, 12:36 AM
HAHAH gattuso the legend, the animal. Long live gattuso!!! hahahahha
Posted by: IoRDanCHo Sep 29 2008, 08:44 AM
He is telling the truth, but it's something that should not be said, especially to the media.
And last night Gattuso was great! He stoped Quaresma every time he tried to do something!
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 29 2008, 10:01 AM
Quaresma even more than CR has a tendency to blow hot/cold. If it's his night he can be magical. But if it's not, he's not the type who's going to graft around and work hard to come up with an average performance.
God bless Giggs!
Posted by: Rivaldo Sep 29 2008, 03:26 PM
I love fighting spirit of Gattuso, but I hate his habbit to yell at the top of his voice at milan players.
Yesterday he did big mistake shouting at Carletto. He has done villainous thing.
I'm angry as hell.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 29 2008, 04:59 PM
^^ You go 'Valdo Send that damn Rino a bullet in the envelope. Hey chill bro, we're talking about the guy who tried choking Lippi to death in the World Cup out of sheer happiness.
Meanwhile...Gila scores (as usual) a next to impossible chance to give Viola the three points. Of course he did miss a few relatively simpler ones. I miss my lad. 
Sell Flamini, bring back Gila!!
Posted by: Rivaldo Sep 29 2008, 05:30 PM
I'm so so happy for selling Gila.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 30 2008, 07:37 AM
Sell a diamond and bring back a [Milan-]flop? no thanks
Posted by: acid911 Sep 30 2008, 08:06 AM
I've got a feeling Gila is not done with Milan.
He may come back when he's 30 years or older, what with our tendency of recalling players who've played with us before like Brocchi, Ba, and who not. Depending on what kind of a player Gila is then, that could be a good thing or bad. Still, too soon to tell.
But I wouldn't shut the Gila window just yet, if I were you!
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 30 2008, 09:16 AM
Ok fine...sell Pato, bring back Gila. Pato couldn't score against Inter...he's a big game flop.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Sep 30 2008, 10:09 AM
He may come back when he's 30 years or older, what with our tendency of recalling players who've played with us before like Brocchi, Ba, and who not. Depending on what kind of a player Gila is then, that could be a good thing or bad. Still, too soon to tell.
But I wouldn't shut the Gila window just yet, if I were you!Oh, please don't say that. because I know it can happen!!
I know you love Gila so much to really suggest something like that
I say go buy a violet Jersey and support Gila and his new team
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 30 2008, 11:29 AM
I know you love Gila so much to really suggest something like that
I say go buy a violet Jersey and support Gila and his new team
It's already been arranged.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Sep 30 2008, 11:39 AM
OR, we could get rid of our incompetent head coach, and bring somebody in who does know how to use young players and their confidence. As opposed to Mr. Ancelotti who seems to feed off Gila and Pato being pissed off.
Posted by: acid911 Sep 30 2008, 02:34 PM
Most of my friends say it can/will happen.
At the end of the day we're Milan, so it won't be an unexpected thing as people think it to be. We've recalled several players like him in the past. For all that matters we might as well see Ronaldo (the real one, thank you) in Milan. I know there's less than a 1% chance, but like I said this is Milan, AC we're talking about.
Anything can happen!
Posted by: Rivaldo Oct 1 2008, 06:31 PM
I have especial dislike for Gila. Maybe only Oliveira is worse.
Posted by: dst Nov 3 2008, 05:30 PM
Is it just me or does he look significantly more confident with the ball on his feet this season compared to... the rest of his career?
We certainly do need that!
FORZA RINO!
Posted by: kurtsimonw Nov 3 2008, 05:52 PM
I haven't seen many full games of Milan lately, but even on the highlight shows he seems to be more composed in posession.. Rino is actually becoming a footballer!
Posted by: Tennie Nov 3 2008, 06:06 PM
I think he stole part of Pirlo's brain - or has loan of it for a while.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Nov 3 2008, 06:36 PM
It's simple: he has competition.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Nov 3 2008, 09:53 PM
I don't think a competetive spirit can improve someones skills in such short times. At least not justcompetition.
@Rivaldo; I never got to the dislike-Oliveira story? That guy had a cameo with us that lasted 1 season. What has he done so wrong else?
Posted by: Tennie Nov 3 2008, 09:56 PM
Gosh. Awfully negative view of Gattuso, isn't it?
Posted by: dst Nov 3 2008, 10:54 PM
How can that improve his technical level? Besides, he never needed competition, Gattuso is the only player I know off that always gives 100%. And I doubt that's any different in training.
Posted by: acid911 Nov 3 2008, 10:58 PM
Um, he was out of form. Horribly.
He had competition before in Ambrosini, though not sustained, but it was competition nonetheless. It's another thing he may have gotten a bit lax because of Carlo's insistence on using half a dozen DMs. Sure he wasn't the same after Athens, but I'd expect a club like Milan to stay with it's player through both good and bad. He still can be very useful for us, at least for the next 2-3 seasons.When a player like him gets out of form and fitness, it's tough to recover, because frankly the only talent Gattuso has is his iron-man body and never-dying-spirit (though now he's letting some creative juices flow
). And the position he plays in sure doesn't help. It's a lethal combo that can instantly break a player. Take Sheva for instance, he wasn't as good in his final year or two, before he left for Chelsea. But very few people noticed because his talent and attacking position saved him. Same with Pirlo, sorry to say this but he was about as bad as Rino in these last year. In Gattuso's case things quickly took a turn for the worse. All said and done, I'm happy for him and his return. He's been consistently improving since our match against inter earlier this year (which we won).
Posted by: Il Diavolo Nov 4 2008, 12:09 AM
We certainly do need that!
FORZA RINO!
It's true. Lately, I often forget he's not Pirlo.
Gattuso is doing his best season so far. Not a single bad game. He was also good in the "Edu vs. Cation" match when he fouled Seedorf like... 5 times. Posted by: TriniKing_CE Nov 4 2008, 12:48 AM
He had competition before in Ambrosini, though not sustained, but it was competition nonetheless. It's another thing he may have gotten a bit lax because of Carlo's insistence on using half a dozen DMs. Sure he wasn't the same after Athens, but I'd expect a club like Milan to stay with it's player through both good and bad. He still can be very useful for us, at least for the next 2-3 seasons.When a player like him gets out of form and fitness, it's tough to recover, because frankly the only talent Gattuso has is his iron-man body and never-dying-spirit (though now he's letting some creative juices flow
). And the position he plays in sure doesn't help. It's a lethal combo that can instantly break a player. Take Sheva for instance, he wasn't as good in his final year or two, before he left for Chelsea. But very few people noticed because his talent and attacking position saved him. Same with Pirlo, sorry to say this but he was about as bad as Rino in these last year. In Gattuso's case things quickly took a turn for the worse. All said and done, I'm happy for him and his return. He's been consistently improving since our match against inter earlier this year (which we won).You took most of the words right out of my mouth!
I agree with the most of it, but I do think people did however realise a dip in Pirlo's form as well.
Hopefully after this unfortunate injury he would be back to his best. (
Oh if that happens how I would like to see ANY team stop our attack 
...[QUOTE ME ON THIS!!] 
But yess, I am glad to see Gattuso back to the rough & tough, with a never say die attitude.
I was never really one to question his place on the team either, I was really glad and relieved when he made his decision to see out his Milan Contract.
Posted by: KillerMax Nov 26 2008, 03:30 AM
What is up with Gattuso and his assist these days? I'm pretty sure it was him who assisted Pato's goal against Torino.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Nov 26 2008, 08:10 AM
I think he's been working hard on it in training. Perhaps over the past couple of seasons. Maybe last season was growing pains. Like when Tiger Woods changed his swing.
Though personally, it's Carlo giving freedom to his 2 DMs to move forward to compensate the lack of Pirlo. But Rino has really evolved, so even with Pirlo he's been given the freedom.
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Nov 27 2008, 07:39 AM
Yess, You saw right
And I was wondering the same thing!
But lets just leave it as it is, and take it all in - never questioning a thing about it ever again.
May this magic last forever!
Forza Rino!
Posted by: Tennie Dec 9 2008, 05:21 PM
09/12/2008
L'A.C. Milan comunica che il calciatore Gennaro Gattuso, infortunatosi nel corso della partita Milan-Catania, è stato sottoposto oggi a risonanza magnetica ed esame ortopedico che hanno evidenziato una lesione al legamento crociato anteriore del ginocchio destro. Gattuso, accompagnato dal coordinatore sanitario del Milan Jean Pierre Meersseman, si recherà domattina ad Anversa dal professor Martens per un ulteriore controllo.
[AC Milan announces that the player Gennaro Gattuso, injured during the Milan-Catania game, had an MRI done today. The scan showed a lesion to the anterior cruciat ligament of his left knee. Gattuso, accompanied by Dr. Meersseman, will go to Anvers Belgium tomorrow to consult with Professor Martens.]
There goes the guy who's been our best player so far this season.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Dec 9 2008, 05:27 PM
Dammit. Is Abbiati the only player from the starting XI that didn't suffer a injury so far?? This is out of line,..
Posted by: dst Dec 9 2008, 05:42 PM
Oh my this is grave. And he really has been our best player. Flamini and Ambrosini would be enough but two DMF's are too few for Ancelotti... more Emerson to come, we're doomed!
edit: Did he get injured when he made that silly tackle? That was a reckless move damn it!
Posted by: Il Diavolo Dec 9 2008, 06:03 PM
edit: Did he get injured when he made that silly tackle? That was a reckless move damn it!
Yes, the injury is a result of that tackle. This is bad news. I really hope he'll get healed quicker as it's common for him to disappoint early predictions.
Get well, Rino.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Dec 9 2008, 06:06 PM
No, I don't think it was the tackle. Maybe it made the situation worse, but you could see he was hurt before he got carded.
Posted by: dst Dec 9 2008, 06:07 PM
I mean when he tackled the ground before he received the yellow card.
Posted by: whoarethepatriots Dec 9 2008, 06:54 PM
edit: Did he get injured when he made that silly tackle? That was a reckless move damn it!
Nooooo!
The season is over
Posted by: KillerMax Dec 9 2008, 06:56 PM
The season is over
parmafan.com is under construction...
Posted by: whoarethepatriots Dec 9 2008, 07:08 PM
I will watch matches with extreme cynicism when Emerson plays. If it wa Ambro, Flamini and Pirlo, fair enough, but Emo is not even a quarter or Ambrosini, so i think a defeat against Juve is likely. Is it strange that we scored a goal after Emerson was substituted. Is it strange that our performances improved after this event? How many matches have we won with Emo (not including 10 minute cameo's)
Hope Gattuso recovers quickly
Posted by: Rivaldo Dec 9 2008, 07:22 PM
http://video.gazzetta.it/?vxSiteId=f89d11d6-1424-420d-8ebb-23904200f68a&vxChannel=Primo%20Piano&vxClipId=2570_315b394e-c498-11dd-b6dd-00144f02aabc&vxBitrate=300
6 months without Rinho.....for what?
So sad....
Russian speaking milanfans say about this kind of situation: полный пиздец!
Posted by: Tennie Dec 9 2008, 07:25 PM
That last word is naughty, isn't it?
Posted by: zdrossoneri Dec 9 2008, 08:05 PM
Even Milanlab cannot make me feel proud of something anymore! what is it with all these injuries???
I hope Flamini steps up a bit. I can't stand to see Emerson start in the next 6 months!
I don't know why everything I say about anyone [like you say] Not From Brazil is seen as a critical view... come on, how saying Gattuso's good form is because he has competition can be seen as an 'awfully negative view of Gattuso'? just where does such conclusion come from?...
It's football. no one can perform up to his real potential for many seasons without a proper competitor [the case with Gattuso. he'd always been head and shoulders above his substitutes], unless he's Maldini, and only Maldini.
Posted by: CrazyMilanFan Dec 9 2008, 08:08 PM
OMG
Posted by: Tennie Dec 9 2008, 08:16 PM
Works for me. Same standard should apply to Players From Brazil, however, as they're not Maldini.
Posted by: zdrossoneri Dec 9 2008, 08:35 PM
Absolutely. I don't recall saying Kaka or Pato don't need competition. and one of the reasons Dinho is finding his form back, I think, is because he has competition.
Posted by: Tennie Dec 9 2008, 08:37 PM
+1 cookie to us. We agree on something!
Posted by: zdrossoneri Dec 9 2008, 08:45 PM
Finally
Posted by: dst Dec 9 2008, 11:05 PM
What? You agree?? This forum is dead to me!
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 10 2008, 04:37 AM
Me too.
Can someone pull out the knives 10ster stuck in my back. First she won't support the grandmaster of sexiness - David Beckham, and then she patches up with zd. I sense a disturbance in the Force.
Posted by: Tennie Dec 10 2008, 04:42 AM
Jack, my eyes are still bleeding from that Armani underwear ad on the side of a building in the Brera district I saw this August as I walked to Sweet Years to get dst his Maldini postcard. Please don't make me hurt you.
As for Rino, the exam in Belgium will show whether or not surgery is necessary. If it is, I suspect the surgery will take place very soon, perhaps even tomorrow. Given Gattuso's frighteningly fast recovery time, the best optimistic guess for a return is sometime in the spring. Worst case? September.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 10 2008, 04:49 AM
Aww..it ain't so bad...
Posted by: rhy_A4 Dec 10 2008, 12:59 PM
Send all your get well messages here to Rino !!!
http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/1708/ac-milan/2008/12/10/1005480/send-your-personal-messages-to-gattuso
Posted by: Tennie Dec 10 2008, 01:18 PM
"I'll take it like another game, another battle to win. I'm not happy about it, but one needs to look forward. I've won a lot of games, I'll win this one too."
- Rino Gattuso at Malpensa Airport this morning, on the way to Belgium for exam and possible surgery
--
Rhy, we've got a get well Rino thread in 'other'.
---
Jack, you've made my eyes bleed again. The piranha tank is too good for you!
Posted by: rhy_A4 Dec 10 2008, 01:41 PM
Oh righty i posted mine on Goal.com just now
hope it gets sent
Posted by: Astafjevs Dec 10 2008, 02:23 PM
As for Rino, the exam in Belgium will show whether or not surgery is necessary. If it is, I suspect the surgery will take place very soon, perhaps even tomorrow. Given Gattuso's frighteningly fast recovery time, the best optimistic guess for a return is sometime in the spring. Worst case? September.
Worst case would be around October, but that's only if surgery is needed, and if it's a complete tear.
Posted by: Tennie Dec 10 2008, 03:10 PM
10/12/2008
L’A.C. Milan comunica che il calciatore Gennaro Gattuso, visitato oggi dal Professor Martens, verrà sottoposto a intervento chirurgico al ginocchio destro venerdì 19 dicembre ad Anversa.
[AC Milan announces that the player Gennaro Gattuso, examined today by Professor Martens, will have surgery on his left knee on Friday December 19 in Anvers, Belgium.]
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Dec 10 2008, 03:30 PM
- Rino Gattuso at Malpensa Airport this morning, on the way to Belgium for exam and possible surgery
Good to hear this!!!
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Dec 11 2008, 04:13 PM
Ringhio is expected to stay on the sidelines for at least six months, but hopes he will return in time to take part in the UEFA Cup final.
Milan were dealt a huge blow earlier this week, as it was confirmed that Gennaro Gattuso will need to go under the knife after damaging his right knee ligaments during the match with Catania last Sunday.
He will then undergo a lengthy course of rehabilitation and is unlikely to feature again this term, but Braveheart has not given up hope.
“They must give me a present, I want them to achieve Champions League qualification and also get to the UEFA Cup final,” he told Sky Sport 24. “Who knows? Maybe, I will be there. It’s my dream…”
The Calabrian picked up the injury at the beginning of the encounter with the Etnei, as he challenged Marco Biagianti.
“Unfortunately, my cruciate ligament snapped,” he sighed, “and I will need surgery, which will take place on December 19.
“It just happened and I will have to live with it. The main problem is that I don’t know if I will be able to stay out for such a long time, because I have never experienced something like this in my career.
“But injuries are part and parcel of this sport, I was lucky enough to escape them in the past, but now that I was about to turn 31, I got crocked!”
Vince Masiello, Goal.com
http://www.goal.com/en/news/1708/ac-milan/2008/12/11/1007051/gattuso-ill-be-back-for-the-uefa-cup-final
Posted by: kurtsimonw Dec 11 2008, 04:15 PM
We're going to miss him. The fact that he's probably been one of our best players this season shows just how poor we've been though to be honest!
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 11 2008, 04:53 PM
Why?? I don't get that comment kurtiepoo...
Posted by: amancik Dec 11 2008, 04:59 PM
Seriously, Kurt, I found that quite unfair.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Dec 11 2008, 05:54 PM
I don't think Gattuso is that good personally, so for him to be one of our best players doesn't say much about how the rest of the squad are performing. Kaka', Pirlo, Pato, etc. have been playing well below their capability.
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Dec 14 2008, 02:41 AM
12/11/2008 5:06:00 PM
Today Gattuso spoke exclusively to Milan Channel of his state of mind: 'Now I have to fight, the most difficult thing is managing to stay put, but I have to do it to come back stronger than before.'
MILANELLO - Here are the declarations made to Milan Channel's microphones by Rino Gattuso, today at the Milanello sporting center:
Rino, how are you?
"Let's say I could be doing better. Throughout my career I had never taken into consideration the possibility that my knee would fail or that I would ever have an injury that would have made me stay off the pitch for so long. But since I arrived at Milanello this morning, I feel better - Rino continued smiling - Today my team mates made me feel good. I don't feel like I have a torn ligament, if in two or three days the liquid goes away, I might try to run. Also talking with Professor Martens, he told me that with the structure of my knee I could play, but since there are still four-five years before the end of my career, it's more right that it's operated.
I got my last knock in the match against Catania, the problem I had Sunday with my knee was not because of Sunday's match, I had been suffering from it for a while.
When I hurt myself on Sunday I immediately thought I had broken something, but then I came back and managed to stay on the pitch, and I thought I had escaped again. It's been two years that my knee has bothered me, but it's never happened that I had to stay out for such a long time."
Now you've explained how you are doing physically, can you tell us how you are feeling inside?
"I am aware of the fact I have to fight now, the most difficult thing is having to stay put, but I have to do it to come back stronger than before."
You've also received an encouragement from Marcello Lippi...
"My relationship with Lippi goes beyond the normal relationship between a national team coach and a player. He's always been a coach with whom I've had a relationship of great friendship and esteem."
Sunday there's Juventus-Milan...
"I will follow the match because I want to be close to and encourage my team mates. Who knows me knows I am a spontaneous person and that I transmit what I think. Against Juve it will be a difficult match, they are a tough team who never give up, with a great temperament and we will have to put them in difficulty with our class, we will have to be careful for the full 90 minutes."
How do you see this league season?
"In our season there are two injust results, the one in Lecce and the one in Turin. Especially in Lecce we gave away the match because after creating many chances we were unable to close it earlier.
Milan are a tough team and they have shown it on many occasions when they hung on to a 1-0 lead and brought home the result. Aside from the match against Catania, in the last few games we lacked a bit of physical strength, we know we always have to run. Inter remains the team to beat. They are able to take home the result also when they don't play well because on a physical level they are the best team there is. Our task is to play the games with the mentality of the team that must not concede goals."
http://www.acmilan.com/NewsDetail.aspx?idNews=77280
Posted by: Tennie Dec 17 2008, 03:43 AM
Here's Channel 4's translation of an article that's all over the Italian press.
The Milan and Italy man recovered in record time from multiple fractures to his wrist earlier this season and hopes he can also cut the expected six-month spell on the sidelines for ligament damage.
“The surgeon took the tendon, an incomplete part, and made a tunnel to put the ligament through. It will take six months for this to form a strong cruciate ligament,” said Krystel De Reycke.
The assistant to Professor Marc Martens – who also operated on Ronaldo and other top stars – revealed a surprising moment during the surgery.
“During the operation we had to change the scalpel, as Gattuso has very hard bones. He is extraordinary! This has never happened before.”
It was not the only physical anomaly they discovered, as the World Cup winner was able to play for 86 minutes after he had torn knee ligaments in the 1-0 win over Catania.
“He has some very large muscles that allowed him to do that,” the assistant told Sky Italia television.
“Now he will wear a protective cast for a month and that will give him normal mobility without limits. He’ll then walk with crutches for 10 days.
“Another protective device is needed up for another month, but after four months he can start running again.”
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 17 2008, 03:59 AM
Frickin superhero...
Posted by: Ry4n Dec 17 2008, 04:07 AM
the date was wednesday the 2nd of May Gattuso vs C.Ronaldo , Ronaldo on fire in the "Premier league" and who stops C.R from playing his game at the San Siro , Gennaro Gattuso hes not that good yeah right your probably going to say that was then this is now dum dum dum.......so who should we buy to replace him how about one of your own Villa players Barry Love the honesty tho Kurt !
Posted by: dst Dec 17 2008, 11:04 AM
Can I be your sidekick Mr. FatboneMan? I won't be as gay as Robin!
Posted by: Zed.D Jan 8 2009, 01:02 PM
I just felt like posting this nice pic here.
[take notice of the friendship between the two, Tennie 
]
Posted by: Tennie Jan 8 2009, 01:05 PM
Hah. They are good friends. And it's a great picture!
Posted by: Tennie Jan 8 2009, 01:30 PM
Hah. This one surprises me a little. There was a poll in Novella Duemilla magazine (mostly one that ladies read) about what women think about footballers - who they thought was sexiest was unsurprising (Luca Toni). Gattuso led the polling about 'who you'd most like to have an affair with'.
http://www.sportmediaset.it/gossip/articoli/articolo19493.shtml to Mediaset article.
Posted by: Fillipo Simone Jan 8 2009, 02:31 PM
I always supposed Vieri and Pippo are the ideal affair boys. Well, you never really can understand women. It's that thing that when you finally think you did it, they surprise you with something out of the dark.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Jan 8 2009, 02:41 PM
That's so true.
Posted by: dst Jan 8 2009, 04:22 PM
]You can "see" friendship in a picture? You should include that in your CV.
Posted by: Zed.D Jan 8 2009, 04:28 PM
(Not that you know why I said that to Tennie, but) OK, Kaka going to the sideline, hugging & kissing crocked Rino is not a sign of a good relationship...
PS wtf is CV
Posted by: acid911 Jan 8 2009, 04:57 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CV
A different name for resume!
In some countries it's called CV.
Posted by: dst Jan 8 2009, 05:00 PM
PS wtf is CV
(I think I understand why you said it... your arguments with Tennie come to mind) That does not mean they're friends to me. It just shows that they're in good terms.
what acid said.
Posted by: whoarethepatriots Jan 8 2009, 05:07 PM
the date was wednesday the 2nd of May Gattuso vs C.Ronaldo , Ronaldo on fire in the "Premier league" and who stops C.R from playing his game at the San Siro , Gennaro Gattuso hes not that good yeah right your probably going to say that was then this is now dum dum dum.......so who should we buy to replace him how about one of your own Villa players Barry Love the honesty tho Kurt !
Oddo played his part too, and Oddo completely nullified CR in the Italy friendly against Portugal about a year ago. Anyway, wishing Rino a speedy recovery, lord knows we need him
Posted by: Zed.D Jan 8 2009, 06:14 PM
I already said "OK". leave me alone
(As for that argument, I'm afraid most of it was via pm! that's why I said you don't know about it.
)
Posted by: Tennie Jan 8 2009, 07:16 PM
As one of the token girls on the board, I'm still teying to figure out why Gattuso topped that poll. Maybe it's the 'teddy bear' factor - he's all furry. I personally would've voted for someone else.
Posted by: Zed.D Jan 8 2009, 08:04 PM
If I was a girl I would have voted Luca Toni. he's handsome! (please, no Rosetti like jokes, Tennie )
Posted by: acid911 Jan 8 2009, 08:06 PM
Um, he's physically strong.
I know. I personally would've voted for someone else too!
Posted by: Tennie Jan 8 2009, 08:11 PM
I wouldn't dare make a Rosetti joke in your presence, zd. You might hit me! 
And I'd have voted for...nah. Best not tempt fate, or dst will hit me!
Posted by: Rossoneri7 Jan 8 2009, 08:20 PM
I know. I personally would've voted for someone else too!
Posted by: acid911 Jan 8 2009, 08:32 PM
I can think of that being the only logical reason, R7. Strong physically, emotionally, and ... you get my drift. Other than that there are lots of other candidates, worthy I might add, to have an affair with in the Italian NT team. Unfortunately for some, and fortunately for others, I'm not a women. So can't say much in this regard. Ha!
Posted by: Habitant Jan 8 2009, 09:05 PM
I just felt like posting this nice pic here.
[take notice of the friendship between the two, Tennie
]haha i remember after every goal gattuso would make his appearance on the side lines
Posted by: dst Jan 8 2009, 10:52 PM
Why do women look elsewhere when there's Maldini and Nesta around? Stupid hormones!
Why don't you love me anymore?
And I'd have voted for...nah. Best not tempt fate, or dst will hit me!
Hmm... getting hit seems to flood your thoughts... Again... stupid hormones!
Posted by: whoarethepatriots Jan 8 2009, 11:10 PM
Dont forget our "Blonde Angel" Ambrosini
Posted by: Tennie Jan 8 2009, 11:28 PM
It's not that, dst, it's just that I know how possessive you are about Nesta.
Posted by: acid911 Jan 8 2009, 11:30 PM
Sorry. Not my type!
Posted by: Tennie Jan 9 2009, 01:09 PM
BUON COMPLEANNO RINO!
09/01/2009
MILANO - Secondo compleanno nel mese di gennaio in casa Milan: all'indomani della 'festa' per Favalli, tocca a Rino Gattuso spegnere le candeline. Il centrocampista, nato il 9 Gennaio 1978, compie infatti gli anni e li festeggia insieme a squadra e compagni, con i quali ha voluto tra l'altro prendere parte al ritiro di Dubai, nonostante il suo infortunio. Al nostro Rino, cuore e polmoni del Milan, i più sinceri auguri per un giorno speciale!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, RINO! 
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Jan 9 2009, 01:16 PM
Couldn't resist... hope you all recognize who it is.
Posted by: Zed.D Jan 9 2009, 03:08 PM
Posted by: acid911 Jan 9 2009, 03:14 PM
Now I wonder who this is?
And by the way, I'm not sure Wolverine would enjoy you calling him 'it', not one single moment of this. Better run for the hills, Captain, while you still got a chance!PS: Great smilies there, Z. Happy birthday, Rino. Now get well soon!
Posted by: dst Jan 9 2009, 03:32 PM
He was our most consistent player this season... I hope he gets back better than ever! Happy Birthday wolf!!
Posted by: Zed.D Mar 19 2009, 05:26 PM
3/19/2009
MILAN - During the presentation of the project, Rino Gattuso also talked about the Champions League: "In an all-or-nothing match we are able to obtain unpredictable results. For us now it's very important to return to the Champions League, it wasn't easy to play in the Uefa Cup for a year." Gattuso then briefly talked about the economic crisis: "In a period like this I would be favorable to reduce the player salaries. I already talked about it with Galliani. If the club asks me for a reduction I would be ready."
Forza Gattuso!
Posted by: Tennie Mar 19 2009, 05:40 PM
He's a good guy. Is working on reducing poverty, building social services (centers for abused women and kids, for example), and creating jobs (most recent thing is opening up a fish canning factory) in his home region of Calabria, which has been in a bad slump for years.
Posted by: Locke Lamora Mar 19 2009, 05:56 PM
I just love this guy.
He just seems like a genuinely straight-up good guy. And he's a great player.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Mar 19 2009, 06:16 PM
Very good person, if only his football was as good.
Posted by: Tennie Mar 19 2009, 06:41 PM
btw, the comments were made at the announcement/groundbreaking for a new football pitch/sports center for kids in his home province. His charity's paying for it.
Posted by: Jack Sparrow Mar 20 2009, 05:28 AM
Ace. I love how the Rossoneri players are totally bucking the trend.
First Kaka...when the whole world thought the transfer would go through and usher in a new era. Then Rino with his statement of gladly accepting lower pay. We have heart! Really proud.
Oh..and spare a thought for the Valencia players. They haven't been paid in weeks, and still they go about their business professionally. Max respect to Villa and Silva.
Posted by: dst Mar 31 2009, 10:43 PM
The good. The bad. The ugly. The one your girlfriend's cheating you with. 50 Cent's pimp. The real Batman. The guy Kurt loves to hate. Kurt's real father. The natural exfoliation machine. The man your grandma can dribble past but God can't get by. The one who married a Scottish woman and is still the man of the house. The headache you wake up with. The guy that made R20's teeth that way. The High Definition. Rambo. John McClane's mentor...
Ladies and gentlemen... Gennaro Gattuso http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nksqrhJkb8!!!
Posted by: kurtsimonw Mar 31 2009, 10:49 PM
Posted by: Tennie Mar 31 2009, 11:15 PM
FORZA RINO!
Can't wait to see him barrelling out of the tunnel for pregame warmups at the San Siro again (as usual, to the tune of 'We Will Rock You')!
Posted by: Ry4n Mar 31 2009, 11:28 PM
FORZA RINO!Can't wait to see him barrelling out of the tunnel for pregame warmups at the San Siro again (as usual, to the tune of 'We Will Rock You')!
LOVE IT !!!!!!!
I bet he brings the CD and tells them to play it every pre match !!
FORZA RINO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Bluesummers Apr 1 2009, 12:30 AM
about time! Finally we are getting our players back. A little late but its better late than never.
Posted by: aLbErTo Apr 1 2009, 11:56 AM
"...standing in line to see the show..."
Posted by: Tennie Apr 6 2009, 02:52 PM
Rino Gattuso has been named ambassador for the Calabria region of Italy. He's already doing publicity ads promoting tourism (+1 cookie to the first person who can get a picture of his face on a London cab) and doing charity work on behalf of the region. Calabria is where he was born and it's one of the poorest parts of the country.
Here's what he said relating to Milan at the press conference today (from acmilan.com's italian page):
[Kaka? The polemics about his injury started with Dunga, not Kaka. I know players from other teams who choose to come to Milan for rehab and that says everything. The daily injury notices are read by Adriano Galliani every day and he is very precise and very much present and there aren't problems. The only problem regarding Kaka was the timing, as the notices said he'd return in 15 days but after, as happens sometime,s the pain didn't disappear in the predicted time. Mourinho? I don't want to get into an argument either with him or anyone else, but close your eyes for a moment and try to imagine what it signifies to have gone through 5 CL finals: 2 as a player and 3 as a coach. Senderos? He's a good guy and I'm happy he was decisive even if I think the goal will be attributed to Ronaldinho. He too has been out for a long time this season. During the course of the year, we've had 7 long-term injuries. Every section has suffered this situation, but there should be some reinforcements in defense.]
Posted by: Zed.D May 12 2009, 10:47 PM
5/12/2009 10:59:00 PM
5 months after the knee operation, Gattuso was back on the pitch for 45 minutes in Tirana. At the end of the match, Rino admitted he was a bit emotional. - HIS DECLARATIONS -
(ON THE PHOTO: GATTUSO ON THE PITCH IN ALBANIA-MILAN 7-8)
TIRANA - Before getting on the plane to return from Tirana, Rino Gattuso talked at the end of the friendly Albania-Milan (7-8 after penalties) in which the Rossonero midfielder came back on the pitch for 45 minutes five months after his knee operation.
Rino, how did it go?
"Well, tonight I was also a bit emotional because going back on the pitch after almost five months you're always scared of getting hurt again, but after a few minutes I regained confidence and it went well."
Are you ready for the league?
"I think I'm not ready to play 90 minutes, but this was an important test for me, I have regained courage. The league is a different thing. I am available to the team and if I can give my contribution I'll be happy, but I'm still lacking match rhythm."
President Berlusconi's declaration on Ancelotti?
"We've talked about it, but we haven't understood whether the president actually said those things because we didn't hear the interview. Even if he said that, however, those are things that concern the club, our Delegate Administrator and the coach. What I know is that Ancelotti is well seen, he wants to stay and we want him to stay. What the president says is the law, no one can say anything, but our season has been conditioned by the many injuries that involved important players for us.
I think Inter deserved the Scudetto and we have to give them compliments.
When I wanted to leave, Adriano Galliani, but also Ancelotti, locked me in Milan's trophy room and convinced me to stay. Now, if necessary, I will lock up Ancelotti... I don't count much, but for us Ancelotti will stay here."
On Beckham and Maldini:
"I spent five months in which I talked a lot with Beckham, I appreciated his professionalism and commitment to the shirt very much. Everytime I see him I see a person who loves his work. Until five months ago I didn't believe it, it was a great surprise and I am happy to have known him.
In these five months I didn't think about my position on the pitch because this knee bothered me a lot and didn't allow me to think about it. It's the same now: there are a lot of players who are doing better me and it's right that they play. At the moment I can only give a small contribution to the team and if I do get the chance to play I will give my maximum. In these months I never thought about my place because when I'm back I'll be the one of before who wants to battle, but I always thought about the good of Milan and reaching the Champions League.
With Paolo I can no longer insist that he not quit, he is the captain, there is a lot of respect. This season he seems like a 30-year-old, each game he fights on every ball, but if he took this decision it's only right."
Posted by: Jack Sparrow May 13 2009, 06:32 AM
You had me at 'When...'
New capitano b!tches!! Be afraid...be very afraid!
Posted by: TriniKing_CE May 13 2009, 08:04 PM
Its really good to hear Gattuso speaking as part of the team again.
Posted by: Zed.D May 23 2009, 09:01 PM
Berlu's said that Gattuso is the next captain (or something like that). it's on Mediaset, typed in a rather gigantic font size as if it's an important announcement. so I think the captaincy issue is a closed book now. congrats to Rino!
Berlusconi nomina l'erede di Maldini
Berlusconi farà di tutto per assistere all'ultima di capitan Maldini davanti al pubblico di San Siro: "E' come un figlio. Sarà difficile eguagliare le sue imprese. E' stato l'interprete perfetto di quello che deve essere il Milan. Il suo erede sarà Gattuso", ha detto il patron rossonero, annunciando un sorpasso di Ringhio nei confronti di Ambrosini. Su Ancelotti: "Non anticipiamo il momento di una decisione che deve essere ancora assunta".
Posted by: Bluesummers May 24 2009, 08:29 AM
so ambro vice gattuso capn?
Posted by: Locke Lamora May 24 2009, 08:44 AM
If this turns out to be true, I really feel for Ambrosini. He's been royally fu*ked over and back again.
Posted by: Zed.D May 24 2009, 09:29 AM
Maybe, just maybe, it's because the new coach (another probability) does not have plans to use Ambro as a regular starter?
Posted by: Fillipo Simone May 24 2009, 12:19 PM
+1, but yes, if a coach like van Basten arrives, we could expect to see Rino as the only DM.
Posted by: kurtsimonw May 24 2009, 12:21 PM
A shame if true. Not only should Ambro be the next captain, he's a better player than Rino, so he's been replaced by somebody who should be on the bench!
Posted by: Tennie Jun 2 2009, 02:28 AM
Fishdoll
GATTUSO SHAVED OFF HIS BEARD!
Posted by: Tennie Aug 24 2009, 12:15 PM
(from acmilan.com, their translation)
400 TIMES AND MORE
8/23/2009 7:30:00 PM
400 matches with the Rossoneri, celebrated with the captain's armband. A target that in reality is only the starting point of a season of deserved revenge. Good luck Rino!
MILAN - A bulldog, a totem, a gladiator, a lion. There are no more ways to define you. But perhaps in the end only the word 'Rino' is necessary to describe everything: the man, the soul, the pride, the heart, the muscles and the lungs. 'Rino': four letters which, behind their apparent simplicity, hide an immense significance for the Rossoneri people.
Because you, Rino, are Milan. You have shown it in every second of every match: you are the image, enthusiasm, grit and passion of this club which cannot do without you on the pitch or off it. And, finally, yesterday at Siena you managed to achieve a target you have followed a long time, and in a special way: you made your 400th appearence with the Rossoneri with the captain's armband. You were dreaming about this objective for a long time, we know it, and we know you well. Well, it has arrived. And we are sure that for you it will only be a starting point of a season of revenge, very deserved after last season's suffering, after all the effort you made to recover from the surgery to your knee ligaments, after a spring period spent sweating like a madman, fiercely concentrated on your return on the pitch, and after a whole summer spent working.
What will the year be like, Rino? Difficult for the team, because everyone is waiting for us, convinced they will look at us from above. You admitted this yourself without diplomacy, as usual. And probably it will be a difficult year also for you. Because the competition is strong and everyone wants to play. Especially you. You showed it yesterday at Siena when you were substituted: there was no polemic, we understood, there was only desire to continue playing. This honors you.
As fans we can't wait to embrace you again at San Siro in an official match: we don't see you stepping on our stadium's pitch since 7 December, it's been an infinity. Fortunately the derby is close. You asked for enthusiasm and warmth from the fans: our stadium, our home, our people are already calling for you. Do you hear it? It's all for you. You deserve it, champion.
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Aug 24 2009, 05:07 PM
Forza Gattuso - Right Kurt??!
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 06:32 PM
No wonder we've only won 1 league title in the past 10 years.
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 07:12 PM
Lol and the season we didn't even make it to the CL Gattuso barely played because of injury while Ambro was starting practically every game... Interesting
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 07:54 PM
Yet we collapsed without him in the CL final. Interesting.
Posted by: Habitant Aug 24 2009, 07:55 PM
lol he wasnt even there to help us reach the final:P
Posted by: Locke Lamora Aug 24 2009, 07:57 PM
Oh he wasn't? Then who was that big blonde Italian bloke who scored a header against PSV then?
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 08:09 PM
Lol, like he could have saved that melt down
Flavio?
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 09:16 PM
I think you'll find it was his goal that sent us to Istanbul.
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Aug 24 2009, 09:59 PM
I forgot how it was we can judge (or should I say compare) two players based on how many goals they score, when they're not intended to in the first place. Sure Offensively Ambro is the better player hands down (because he can head really well - so he adds something extra in times of desperate need - say off corners, FKs etc.)
But the two of them Gattuso & Ambrosini are DMs (supposed to be defensive - not goal scorers) and that where I give Gattuso the edge. I think Ambrosini has improved imensely from how sh!ty he once used to be (but can you really blame him - missing all those games over the years - being as injury prone as he is).
Hands down though - if I wanted a DM (which they are both supposed to be...) I would pick Gattuso over Ambrosini (bcuz imo) - he gets the edge. However if between the two I wanted something added to our attack Ambro is definitely the way to go (with those crucial 'headers'!)
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 10:20 PM
I never said this is how you compare players. Maybe you should look at what my comment was in response to.
Posted by: nuh Aug 24 2009, 10:36 PM
i honestly think that you could never compare gattuso and ambrosini....saturday was gattuso's 400th game and he was here since 1999 ambrosini was here from 1993 and he is still in 273 or something
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 10:40 PM
Half were spent out injured the other on the bench, enough said
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 10:41 PM
Oh and everyone is making a big deal because Ambro scores goals, but its not like its a gaurantee that he'll score a goal whenever he's on. He gets a goal every ten games. Still does not justify picking him over a better player because of this
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:11 PM
Injuries don't mean you're a bad player.
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:20 PM
What about the other half of his time at Milan when he was fit and on the bench?
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:22 PM
I'd like to see some stats on this, he isn't even on the bench that often.
Something else, just for thought, what does being on the bench prove anyway? If I became manager of Milan and started Borriello every week, but left Pato on the bench, does this mean Borriello is better than Pato?
Posted by: TriniKing_CE Aug 24 2009, 11:23 PM
It (your response) was bascily in an on going comparison - as to who between the two (Gattuso & Ambrosini) made a bigger contribution in the CL & League. Or at least I thought so, sorry if I took it the wrong way...
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:28 PM
No, I made a comment that Ambro could have been useful in the Final. Somebody said he didn't even really help us get there in the run up. The irony being he actually scored the goal that got us to the final.
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:28 PM
Something else, just for thought, what does being on the bench prove anyway? If I became manager of Milan and started Borriello every week, but left Pato on the bench, does this mean Borriello is better than Pato?
It means you're stupid.
But clearly winning the CL twice and Serie A plus more international trophies does not make Carlo that stupid. He became delusional at the end of his run as coach, his last 3 seasons were a disgrace, coincidentally it was the season that Ambro became a regular in the team...
And I'll dig up the stats, but clearly he's made far less appearances then Rino while being at the club for much longer, surely he wasn't injured for 8 years straight
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:30 PM
There we go then. I personally don't, nor ever have, rate Carlo that highly. He's the one that's been picking Rino over Gattuso for most of his time here. Makes sense.
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:33 PM
Yes well, I'm sure the 2 Sheva and Thomasson scored at the San Siro didn't contribute anything....
And come on if you really believe that Ambro would have made the slightest of differences in Istanbul, then you clearly don't remember the melt down of massive proportions that occured in that game. The entire team switched off Cafu, Stam, Nesta, Pirlo, Maldini, Gattuso, all switched off and sh!t happened. Ambro certainly didn't help in preventing PSV humiliating us in the semis, yes he scored the goal at the end of the match, but it was another game in which the entire team switched off, a common occurance under Carlo, Deportivo, PSV, Liverpool. All matches tha should have been easy and we managed to screw up
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:36 PM
Well obviously he's going to pick Rino over Gattuso he's the passion inside the player aka Gattuso.
And you didn't take into account my entire post where I said he wasn't that stupid as he has the silverware to back him up. He became stupid around 3 seasons ago, when we became the train wreck team, that's when Ambro started being a regular again btw...
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:39 PM
The whole team switched off, yes.
Who let Gerrard run free into the area for his header to make it 3-1?
Who fouled Gerrard for the equaliser? Whether it was a dive or not is irrelevent, Rino let Gerrard get in front of him, directly in on goal.
He wasn't the only player at fault, but he can be blamed for 2 goals for sure.
Posted by: ganney Aug 24 2009, 11:40 PM
he never should have scored that one, now that you mentioned that i think i'd much rather av preferred to av lost in the semis than have that horrible istanbul night.
Posted by: kurtsimonw Aug 24 2009, 11:41 PM
And you didn't take into account my entire post where I said he wasn't that stupid as he has the silverware to back him up. He became stupid around 3 seasons ago, when we became the train wreck team, that's when Ambro started being a regular again btw...
Silverware to back it up? It's fact, but I'll debate it.
9 years with Juve and Milan, 1 title. This is a disgrace, I could at least equal that.
He has 2 CL titles. But when you've completely given up and rest players in league games AND arguably have the best player in the World, it makes it much easier to do so. The 2003 CL win is credible. Athens, while a great win, has the gloss taken off it due to our shambles in the league.
Posted by: Tennie Aug 24 2009, 11:42 PM
So anyway, been meaning to post some of these because they're funny.
Here are a couple of Gattuso's Vodafone ads:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PWaLh_kl50&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jx29JqhwWk&NR=1
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:50 PM
Who let Gerrard run free into the area for his header to make it 3-1?
Who fouled Gerrard for the equaliser? Whether it was a dive or not is irrelevent, Rino let Gerrard get in front of him, directly in on goal.
He wasn't the only player at fault, but he can be blamed for 2 goals for sure.
The dive is relevant as the penalty shouldn't have been given in the first place and Gattuso wasn't the one that was marking him IIRC, still that header went in because of Dida's howler, same goes for Smicer's goal.
9 years with Juve and Milan, 1 title. This is a disgrace, I could at least equal that.
He has 2 CL titles. But when you've completely given up and rest players in league games AND arguably have the best player in the World, it makes it much easier to do so. The 2003 CL win is credible. Athens, while a great win, has the gloss taken off it due to our shambles in the league.
Oh please what self respecting club would actually hire you as coach?? Maybe the coaching spot will open next season at Inter after Mourinho departs...
I agree that the 03 CL was more Kaka dragging the team on but its still there.
And its funny that you credit the 03 CL but not the 07 one, seeing as Ambro was a regular in the 07 win but barely got a look in in the 03 win
Posted by: han2503 Aug 24 2009, 11:51 PM
Here are a couple of Gattuso's Vodafone ads:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PWaLh_kl50&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jx29JqhwWk&NR=1
Lol I love how you're always trying to break the tension
Powered by Invision Power Board (http://www.invisionboard.com)
© Invision Power Services (http://www.invisionpower.com)