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Milan - Palermo
Serie A - week 7 - 2006/2007
Sunday 22nd October 2006
Time: 20:30 (Italian time) 19:30 (UK time)
Serie A - week 7 - 2006/2007
Sunday 22nd October 2006
Time: 20:30 (Italian time) 19:30 (UK time)
Full Version: 22/10/07 - Serie A - Milan vs Palermo
btw if any mods could edit the topic name and put 22/10/06 - Serie A - next to Palermo - Milan, that would be great, I totally forgot about it and noticed it when it was already posted.
Ooh..this one's a toughie..Palermo will be the toughest defence we've faced yet and our attacking is pitiful...the good news is that Palermo are decent enough to not have to play 10-0-0. But of course nothing's for sure 
Palermo the toughest defence yet ??? Check the numbers again cap'n . 
As fot the 10-0-0, I pray that it won't happen !!
As fot the 10-0-0, I pray that it won't happen !!
You mean they are not...I thought with Barzagli and people and them playing against Milan, it would work out to be tougher on paper at least.
We play at the Siro right?
We play at the Siro right?
QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Oct 16 2006, 12:34 AM)
You mean they are not...I thought with Barzagli and people and them playing against Milan, it would work out to be tougher on paper at least.
On paper they're not good ... but if Barzagli believes the rumours and wants to play for Milan (...) then expect another goal drought !!
QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Oct 16 2006, 12:34 AM)
We play at the Siro right?
yeah it's been used as our home lately !!
QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Oct 15 2006, 08:22 PM)
Ooh..this one's a toughie..Palermo will be the toughest defence we've faced yet and our attacking is pitiful...the good news is that Palermo are decent enough to not have to play 10-0-0. But of course nothing's for sure
Palermo, Parma and Catania have the worst defenses in Serie A so far. Palermo has scored 14 times, yes, but has conceeded the beauty of 12 goals. You think that's a taught defense?
I retract my last statement. In such a scenario signing Barzagli would be a very cruel thing to do no...
Well, palermo is doing quite well now, even though the lost the last mach , they have good players, and our team seems to have a lot of problems, but.. considering the fact that after 4 games we won, i hope the win against anderlecht works for good !!! becasue if milan keep struggling like this... no silverware at the end of the season
Milan - Palermo channel4.com preview
Struggling Milan will entertain Palermo at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Week 7. The Rossoneri are chasing the three points after three League draws in a row. The Sicilians, who are surprisingly holding the third position in the table, will try to forget last week’s defeat against Atatanta as quickly as possible
It was clear in last week’s match against Sampdoria that Milan are not at their best. The Rossoneri are having problems in attack after having only scored two goals in the last four matches. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is asking his men to play a faster type of football and the match against Palermo could be a good chance for them to improve after winning at Anderlecht in midweek.
Alessandro Nesta and Kakha Kaladze could find themselves as central defenders while captain Paolo Maldini and Marek Jankulovski are both left-back options. The Brazilian Marcos Cafù should again be reconfirmed with Daniele Bonera taking a place on the bench. Serginho, Giuseppe Favalli and Marco Borriello won’t be part of the match as they are still injured.
After missing last Sunday’s fixture, Andrea Pirlo may make his comeback. Filippo Inzaghi and Alberto Gilardino – who hasn’t scored yet this season – will probably start the match while Ricardo Oliveira will have to watch from the bench.
Palermo are the biggest surprise of Serie A and last week’s home defeat hasn’t reduced their ambitions even if President Maurizio Zamparini has been trying to play down the talk around his team. The President also gave Coach Francesco Guidolin some advice about the man-to-man marking, which Guidolin will probably follow.
Having recovered from an injury, which forced him to miss last week’s tie, Federico Agliardi will take the gloves once more. With Marco Pisano suspended, after being sent off against Atalanta, there will be a place from the start of the match for newly signed Ciro Capuano. David Di Michele and Mark Bresciano will play key roles behind striker Amauri in the Sicilian formation.
Last year’s clash at San Siro ended with a 2-1 victory for Milan even if the Rosanero put in a fine display. Palermo has never won in Milan against the Rossoneri.
Man on fire: Kakà (Milan) – The Brazilian Fantasista will take the duty of scoring upon his shoulders after his fine performance and goal in the Belgian Champions League win.
Milan (probable): Dida; Cafu, Kaladze, Nesta, Jankulovski; Pirlo, Gattuso, Seedorf, Kakà ; Gilardino, F.Inzaghi
Palermo (probable): Agliardi; Zaccardo, Barzagli, Biava, Capuano; Corini, Diana, F.Simplicio; Di Michele, Bresciano; Amauri
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Struggling Milan will entertain Palermo at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Week 7. The Rossoneri are chasing the three points after three League draws in a row. The Sicilians, who are surprisingly holding the third position in the table, will try to forget last week’s defeat against Atatanta as quickly as possible
It was clear in last week’s match against Sampdoria that Milan are not at their best. The Rossoneri are having problems in attack after having only scored two goals in the last four matches. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is asking his men to play a faster type of football and the match against Palermo could be a good chance for them to improve after winning at Anderlecht in midweek.
Alessandro Nesta and Kakha Kaladze could find themselves as central defenders while captain Paolo Maldini and Marek Jankulovski are both left-back options. The Brazilian Marcos Cafù should again be reconfirmed with Daniele Bonera taking a place on the bench. Serginho, Giuseppe Favalli and Marco Borriello won’t be part of the match as they are still injured.
After missing last Sunday’s fixture, Andrea Pirlo may make his comeback. Filippo Inzaghi and Alberto Gilardino – who hasn’t scored yet this season – will probably start the match while Ricardo Oliveira will have to watch from the bench.
Palermo are the biggest surprise of Serie A and last week’s home defeat hasn’t reduced their ambitions even if President Maurizio Zamparini has been trying to play down the talk around his team. The President also gave Coach Francesco Guidolin some advice about the man-to-man marking, which Guidolin will probably follow.
Having recovered from an injury, which forced him to miss last week’s tie, Federico Agliardi will take the gloves once more. With Marco Pisano suspended, after being sent off against Atalanta, there will be a place from the start of the match for newly signed Ciro Capuano. David Di Michele and Mark Bresciano will play key roles behind striker Amauri in the Sicilian formation.
Last year’s clash at San Siro ended with a 2-1 victory for Milan even if the Rosanero put in a fine display. Palermo has never won in Milan against the Rossoneri.
Man on fire: Kakà (Milan) – The Brazilian Fantasista will take the duty of scoring upon his shoulders after his fine performance and goal in the Belgian Champions League win.
Milan (probable): Dida; Cafu, Kaladze, Nesta, Jankulovski; Pirlo, Gattuso, Seedorf, Kakà ; Gilardino, F.Inzaghi
Palermo (probable): Agliardi; Zaccardo, Barzagli, Biava, Capuano; Corini, Diana, F.Simplicio; Di Michele, Bresciano; Amauri
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QUOTE (arivanjj @ Oct 18 2006, 08:47 PM)
Alessandro Nesta and Kakha Kaladze could find themselves as central defenders while captain Paolo Maldini and Marek Jankulovski are both left-back options. The Brazilian Marcos Cafù should again be reconfirmed with Daniele Bonera taking a place on the bench. Serginho, Giuseppe Favalli and Marco Borriello won’t be part of the match as they are still injured.
Cafu - Nesta - Kaladze - Maldini
1-0. Gilardino. 
QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 18 2006, 03:30 PM)
1-0. Gilardino.
just bet a euro on this; it's gonna make you millions !!
Paolo as left back !!??
Well if Cafu is playing I can't see why he shouldn't ... and btw Cafu again?? Bonera would be my choice for sure even with his late tackles and all !!
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Milan (probable): Dida; Cafu, Kaladze, Nesta, Jankulovski; Pirlo, Gattuso, Seedorf, Kakà ; Gilardino, F.Inzaghi
I really, really, really hope that Carlo doesn't go with this.
I would go for Gila and Oli, but other then that, that's the formation I would choose
But maybe Bonera as RB, with Cafu coming on in the second half if we need that extra push from the flanks. Cafu is better coming oof the bench as an alternative attacking option, with fresh legs, that don't really have it in them anymore for a full 90 minutes
QUOTE (han2503 @ Oct 18 2006, 04:20 PM)
But maybe Bonera as RB, with Cafu coming on in the second half if we need that extra push from the flanks. Cafu is better coming oof the bench as an alternative attacking option, with fresh legs, that don't really have it in them anymore for a full 90 minutes
Yea .. Cafu should start off the bench .. I doubt he can make it for 90 mins every 3 days .. Btw, we have a lot of players (key players) that cant make 90 min every three days !! We'll see how this month will work out for us, especially with the injuries that we have
Where is my dear Gourcuff?? 
QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Oct 18 2006, 07:47 PM)
Where is my dear Gourcuff??
Yeah, does anyone know when he will be back??
Just watched their win in Germany against E.Frankfurt (1-2).
They were organized and Fontana did a great job too. Specially a brilliant save at the 92 min.
Good team.
They were organized and Fontana did a great job too. Specially a brilliant save at the 92 min.
Good team.
QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 19 2006, 06:21 PM)
Just watched their win in Germany against E.Frankfurt (1-2).
They were organized and Fontana did a great job too. Specially a brilliant save at the 92 min.
Good team.
They were organized and Fontana did a great job too. Specially a brilliant save at the 92 min.
Good team.
Well Italian team, always have the upper hand on the German ones. (unless the team we're talking about is Inter that is
)
QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Oct 18 2006, 07:47 PM)
Where is my dear Gourcuff??
still getting over his rib injury should be ready next weel if there are no set backs
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Serie A Preview: Milan-Palermo
When: Sunday October 22, 20:30 (CET)
Where: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milan, Italy
For what seems like the first time in many years, Milan are not near the top of the table, after they incurred a points penalty for their part (however miniscule) in the match-fixing scandal which hit Italy. Although, the Rossoneri have already wiped out their eight-point penalty, and have added a further four points to their tally.
BACKGROUND
The last time this fixture was played, Milan defended their home turf with a 2-1 victory.
Palermo went ahead in the 28th minute through Andrea Caracciolo, but midfield hard-man Gennaro Gattuso leveled only seconds later. Filippo Inzaghi, who had been battling against the injury bug for a long time, completed the comeback in the 77th minute with a diving header, scoring his first goal in over a year.
CURRENT FORM
Milan (D D D, 4 points)
After starting the season in winning fashion, Milan have since regressed, and slumped miserably to three draws in a row. The defense has been solid, but the attack cannot seem to find its way, and goals have been hard to come by.
Summer-signing Ricardo Oliveira has found it difficult to integrate with his new teammates, often looking confused as to what his teammates have in mind. Add to that the bad start by Alberto Gilardino, who has yet to score this season, and that puts all the pressure on the shoulders of Filippo Inzaghi and the midfield attackers, such as Kakà and Clarence Seedorf.
The midweek win over Anderlecht in the Champions League gives them a respite from the heated criticism, but a poor performance here would turn the thermostat right back up.
Palermo (L W L, 12 points)
The Rosanero similarly began the season in good form, but recent results have hurt their standing, which was once first place. They currently lie in third, but the seesaw-like form of the side does not give much indication of what to expect on Sunday.
The loss last weekend at home against Atalanta was riveting stuff, but surely was not the type of play that had gotten them to the top of the table. The 3-2 loss can give them hope in their offense, but certainly doesn’t do much for the defense.
They did play well in a 2-1 road victory in Germany versus Eintracht Frankfurt in the UEFA cup on Thursday. Eintracht initially took the lead, but Palermo scored both of their goals in the second half for a thrilling win.
TEAM NEWS
Milan still have the usual suspects out through injury. Defenders Serginho and Giuseppe Favalli are definitely out, as is Marco Borriello. Massimo Ambrosini trained with the team this week, and could be ready for this match if called upon. Young-Frenchman Joann Gourcuff has not yet recovered from the rib injury sustained several weeks ago.
Palermo get back goalkeeper Federico Agliardi, who missed the match against Atalanta through injury. Marco Pisano is suspended, following his dismissal in that very same match last weekend.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Andrea Pirlo (Milan) – He was rested last weekend, and should be energized for this encounter. His form this season has not even been on the radar, compared to his play during the World Cup. If he wants to challenge for the end of the year awards, he will need to start putting in the performances that have earned him plaudits from people such as Johan Cruyff.
Davide Di Michele (Palermo) – He has been one of the best players in all of Italy this term, and rumors would have it that the top sides are looking into possibly acquiring his services, with Milan being prominent in the reports. He can either score or assist equally well, and will keep the Milan defense honest, if nothing else.
POSSIBLE STARTING XI’s
Milan (4-3-1-2): Dida; Cafu, Nesta, Kaladze, Jankulovski; Gattuso, Pirlo, Seedorf; Kakà ; Gilardino, Inzaghi
Palermo (4-3-2-1): Agliardi; Zaccardo, Barzagli, Biava, Capuano; Corini, Diana, Simplicio; Di Michele, Bresciano; Amauri
PREDICTION
Palermo have never left Milan with three points after playing the Rossoneri. This match will be very entertaining, but the trend of Milan always getting something against Palermo will continue.
Milan 2-1 Palermo
Joel Whitehead - GOAL.com
When: Sunday October 22, 20:30 (CET)
Where: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milan, Italy
For what seems like the first time in many years, Milan are not near the top of the table, after they incurred a points penalty for their part (however miniscule) in the match-fixing scandal which hit Italy. Although, the Rossoneri have already wiped out their eight-point penalty, and have added a further four points to their tally.
BACKGROUND
The last time this fixture was played, Milan defended their home turf with a 2-1 victory.
Palermo went ahead in the 28th minute through Andrea Caracciolo, but midfield hard-man Gennaro Gattuso leveled only seconds later. Filippo Inzaghi, who had been battling against the injury bug for a long time, completed the comeback in the 77th minute with a diving header, scoring his first goal in over a year.
CURRENT FORM
Milan (D D D, 4 points)
After starting the season in winning fashion, Milan have since regressed, and slumped miserably to three draws in a row. The defense has been solid, but the attack cannot seem to find its way, and goals have been hard to come by.
Summer-signing Ricardo Oliveira has found it difficult to integrate with his new teammates, often looking confused as to what his teammates have in mind. Add to that the bad start by Alberto Gilardino, who has yet to score this season, and that puts all the pressure on the shoulders of Filippo Inzaghi and the midfield attackers, such as Kakà and Clarence Seedorf.
The midweek win over Anderlecht in the Champions League gives them a respite from the heated criticism, but a poor performance here would turn the thermostat right back up.
Palermo (L W L, 12 points)
The Rosanero similarly began the season in good form, but recent results have hurt their standing, which was once first place. They currently lie in third, but the seesaw-like form of the side does not give much indication of what to expect on Sunday.
The loss last weekend at home against Atalanta was riveting stuff, but surely was not the type of play that had gotten them to the top of the table. The 3-2 loss can give them hope in their offense, but certainly doesn’t do much for the defense.
They did play well in a 2-1 road victory in Germany versus Eintracht Frankfurt in the UEFA cup on Thursday. Eintracht initially took the lead, but Palermo scored both of their goals in the second half for a thrilling win.
TEAM NEWS
Milan still have the usual suspects out through injury. Defenders Serginho and Giuseppe Favalli are definitely out, as is Marco Borriello. Massimo Ambrosini trained with the team this week, and could be ready for this match if called upon. Young-Frenchman Joann Gourcuff has not yet recovered from the rib injury sustained several weeks ago.
Palermo get back goalkeeper Federico Agliardi, who missed the match against Atalanta through injury. Marco Pisano is suspended, following his dismissal in that very same match last weekend.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Andrea Pirlo (Milan) – He was rested last weekend, and should be energized for this encounter. His form this season has not even been on the radar, compared to his play during the World Cup. If he wants to challenge for the end of the year awards, he will need to start putting in the performances that have earned him plaudits from people such as Johan Cruyff.
Davide Di Michele (Palermo) – He has been one of the best players in all of Italy this term, and rumors would have it that the top sides are looking into possibly acquiring his services, with Milan being prominent in the reports. He can either score or assist equally well, and will keep the Milan defense honest, if nothing else.
POSSIBLE STARTING XI’s
Milan (4-3-1-2): Dida; Cafu, Nesta, Kaladze, Jankulovski; Gattuso, Pirlo, Seedorf; Kakà ; Gilardino, Inzaghi
Palermo (4-3-2-1): Agliardi; Zaccardo, Barzagli, Biava, Capuano; Corini, Diana, Simplicio; Di Michele, Bresciano; Amauri
PREDICTION
Palermo have never left Milan with three points after playing the Rossoneri. This match will be very entertaining, but the trend of Milan always getting something against Palermo will continue.
Milan 2-1 Palermo
Joel Whitehead - GOAL.com
The match is Sunday at 19:30 (UK)?
Oh my... almost at the same hour of R.Madrid-Barcelona and Sporting-Porto.
Oh my... almost at the same hour of R.Madrid-Barcelona and Sporting-Porto.
QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 21 2006, 12:31 AM)
The match is Sunday at 19:30 (UK)?
Oh my... almost at the same hour of R.Madrid-Barcelona
Oh my... almost at the same hour of R.Madrid-Barcelona
Because of Madrid-Barca they canceled over here the Milan - Palermo broadcast
QUOTE (mishale @ Oct 20 2006, 11:45 PM)
Because of Madrid-Barca they canceled over here the Milan - Palermo broadcast
Same here.
Well u guys got me sweating whether it will be on or not ...
It's on live ... Ok game is at my place same time
P.S. Bring beer and whisky (in case we tie again, we could just get wasted)
It's on live ... Ok game is at my place same time
P.S. Bring beer and whisky (in case we tie again, we could just get wasted)
QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Oct 21 2006, 01:57 AM)
It's on live ... Ok game is at my place same time
P.S. Bring beer and whisky (in case we tie again, we could just get wasted)
P.S. Bring beer and whisky (in case we tie again, we could just get wasted)
I think it will be a little bit problematic for me to enter to your country
I would tip on a 3-2 win by Milan this time...scorers: Kaka, Pippo and Seedorf.
Oh, and by the way, for how long is Serginho eventually out? Cause, I do miss him...
Oh, and by the way, for how long is Serginho eventually out? Cause, I do miss him...
QUOTE (mishale @ Oct 21 2006, 06:38 AM)
I think it will be a little bit problematic for me to enter to your country
Damn politics !!!
QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Oct 21 2006, 10:01 AM)
I would tip on a 3-2 win by Milan this time...scorers: Kaka, Pippo and Seedorf.
Oh, and by the way, for how long is Serginho eventually out? Cause, I do miss him...
Oh, and by the way, for how long is Serginho eventually out? Cause, I do miss him...
Sergio wont be back for quite a while .. probablly a month to go .. thats if he's lucky
QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Oct 21 2006, 05:01 PM)
Cause, I do miss him...
yes him and Gourcuff..
QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Oct 21 2006, 09:09 AM)
Damn politics !!!
Yea... I hate politics.
Maybe some day...
QUOTE (mishale @ Oct 21 2006, 05:01 PM)
Yea... I hate politics.
Maybe some day...
Maybe some day...
This would be my starting line-up:
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
QUOTE (arivanjj @ Oct 22 2006, 04:29 AM)
This would be my starting line-up:
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
This works for me too but I would change places between Maldini and Kala
Ancelotti wants home advantage
Carlo Ancelotti has urged Milan to make the most of three crunch home ties, including tonight’s showdown with Palermo and the local derby.
“This is an important moment of the season and we must make the most of it,†said the Coach. “The only reason we aren’t playing as well as we should is because we had such a complicated summer.â€
The Rossoneri were embroiled in the Calciopoli scandal and originally excluded from Europe, but an appeal put them back in the Champions League preliminary round at short notice and reduced their Serie A penalty to eight points.
“We have to take advantage of this calendar to close up on the leading squads. The recent draws have damaged our position in the table, but if we show the same enthusiasm and desire as in the second half against Anderlecht, then we can certainly get back on track.â€
They'll welcome Palermo, Anderlecht and Inter to San Siro over the next 10 days, travelling to Chievo midweek.
Milan had drawn four consecutive games in all competitions before the midweek 1-0 victory in Brussels, sealed by a Kaka screamer.
“This team can do well in the Champions League and Serie A. Paradoxically, people expected our defence to struggle the most, but they’ve been solid and the problems have been in attack.â€
They’ve conceded only two domestic goals this term, but Andriy Shevchenko’s departure is beginning to tell, with Alberto Gilardino yet to score in any competition.
“We are dealing with the Gilardino situation. He’s physically fine, so it’s time for him to end this blasted drought and get a goal that will clear the air. Marcos Cafu will start, while I confirm Marek Jankulovski at left-back and the entire midfield. My only doubts are tied to the central defenders and forwards.â€
They are without the injured Massimo Ambrosini, Yoann Gourcuff and Serginho, while Dario Simic and Giuseppe Favalli are fighting back from niggling fitness worries.
Ancelotti was one of the first Coaches to accept the end of the ritiro system – where players spend the night before a game at the club training camp to remain focused. This weekend, for the first time in Serie A, the Rossoneri will have the choice whether to stay home or not.
“I’ll stay at Milanello, as usual, and I think a few players will too. There’s nothing remarkable about it. I understand this is a novelty for Italian football, but in particularly intense periods of the season, it can be useful to spend some time with your family. Players are much more professional now, although we’ll only use this alternative for late kick-offs, not 3pm games.â€
source
Carlo Ancelotti has urged Milan to make the most of three crunch home ties, including tonight’s showdown with Palermo and the local derby.
“This is an important moment of the season and we must make the most of it,†said the Coach. “The only reason we aren’t playing as well as we should is because we had such a complicated summer.â€
The Rossoneri were embroiled in the Calciopoli scandal and originally excluded from Europe, but an appeal put them back in the Champions League preliminary round at short notice and reduced their Serie A penalty to eight points.
“We have to take advantage of this calendar to close up on the leading squads. The recent draws have damaged our position in the table, but if we show the same enthusiasm and desire as in the second half against Anderlecht, then we can certainly get back on track.â€
They'll welcome Palermo, Anderlecht and Inter to San Siro over the next 10 days, travelling to Chievo midweek.
Milan had drawn four consecutive games in all competitions before the midweek 1-0 victory in Brussels, sealed by a Kaka screamer.
“This team can do well in the Champions League and Serie A. Paradoxically, people expected our defence to struggle the most, but they’ve been solid and the problems have been in attack.â€
They’ve conceded only two domestic goals this term, but Andriy Shevchenko’s departure is beginning to tell, with Alberto Gilardino yet to score in any competition.
“We are dealing with the Gilardino situation. He’s physically fine, so it’s time for him to end this blasted drought and get a goal that will clear the air. Marcos Cafu will start, while I confirm Marek Jankulovski at left-back and the entire midfield. My only doubts are tied to the central defenders and forwards.â€
They are without the injured Massimo Ambrosini, Yoann Gourcuff and Serginho, while Dario Simic and Giuseppe Favalli are fighting back from niggling fitness worries.
Ancelotti was one of the first Coaches to accept the end of the ritiro system – where players spend the night before a game at the club training camp to remain focused. This weekend, for the first time in Serie A, the Rossoneri will have the choice whether to stay home or not.
“I’ll stay at Milanello, as usual, and I think a few players will too. There’s nothing remarkable about it. I understand this is a novelty for Italian football, but in particularly intense periods of the season, it can be useful to spend some time with your family. Players are much more professional now, although we’ll only use this alternative for late kick-offs, not 3pm games.â€
source
Dida
Cafu Simic Maldini Jankulovski
Pirlo
Gattuso Seedorf
KakÃ
Inzaghi Gilardino
This should be the starting line up. I like it, but we should make it clear to Carlo, Pippo and Gila can't play together, full stop.
Cafu Simic Maldini Jankulovski
Pirlo
Gattuso Seedorf
KakÃ
Inzaghi Gilardino
This should be the starting line up. I like it, but we should make it clear to Carlo, Pippo and Gila can't play together, full stop.
QUOTE (arivanjj @ Oct 22 2006, 03:29 AM)
This would be my starting line-up:
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
---------------------------Dida--------------------------
Cafu-----------Nesta-----------Kaladze---------Maldini
Gattuso-----------------Pirlo-----------------Jankulovski(Seedorf 60')
----------------------------Kakà --------------------------
---------------Oliveira---------Gilardino(Pippo 70') ------
Paolo on the left? He can't do it anymore....sad but true. And I wouldn't let Gila play again...
QUOTE (LaPalma @ Oct 22 2006, 05:29 PM)
Paolo on the left? He can't do it anymore....sad but true. And I wouldn't let Gila play again...
Paolo can play there if Jankulovski is in front him I think ... then again Carlo knows better whether or not it's too much of a risk !!
you don't want Gila to play again ... ever ??
This could be a good weekend for us with Roma and Inter results (1-1, 0-0).
We can't miss this oppurtunity!
We can't miss this oppurtunity!
QUOTE (LaPalma @ Oct 22 2006, 02:29 PM)
And I wouldn't let Gila play again...
Gila will never build chemistry with Oli of he doesn't play, and I can't fathom the reason why Carlo keeps insisting that he should play next to Pippo, when it clearly never works.
I think he is afraid to play Oli and Gila together because of both of them not scoring, but right now a risk wouldn't change much since Pippo isn't scoring either.
Personally I would go with same exact formation arivanjj would go for.
Wether we like it or not Pippo is not the same player he used to be, he's 33 years old for God's sakes, he can't handle playing 90 minutes every 3 days anymore, we need him to be at his best when it is crunch time and the really tough games bigen to start.
QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 22 2006, 03:11 PM)
This could be a good weekend for us with Roma and Inter results (1-1, 0-0).
We can't miss this oppurtunity!
We can't miss this oppurtunity!
Don't hold your breath.
Lately we've mostly screwed up when there was a chance to capitalise on the squads at the top
i would start with pippo and olivera just because pippo is carrying a little more confidence and olivera brings more movement. does anyone if gourcoff is fit for this game?
QUOTE (mishie @ Oct 22 2006, 03:15 PM)
i would start with pippo and olivera just because pippo is carrying a little more confidence and olivera brings more movement. does anyone if gourcoff is fit for this game?
Still out, it will be a few more weeks until he is fit again
guess seedorf will play again. hopefully he will play at a quicker pace than mid-week
QUOTE (mishie @ Oct 22 2006, 06:18 PM)
guess seedorf will play again. hopefully he will play at a quicker pace than mid-week
going from super slow motion to slow motion huh ?? what a change would that be !!
QUOTE (dst @ Oct 22 2006, 03:24 PM)
going from super slow motion to slow motion huh ?? what a change would that be !!
at least it would be a pleasent change!!
QUOTE (mishie @ Oct 22 2006, 06:27 PM)
at least it would be a pleasent change!!
if it's noticable
QUOTE (mishie @ Oct 22 2006, 04:18 PM)
guess seedorf will play again. hopefully he will play at a quicker pace than mid-week
Seedorf is almost as fast as Serginho...
QUOTE (LaPalma @ Oct 22 2006, 06:39 PM)
Seedorf is almost as fast as Serginho...
Seedorf is a lot of things, he can probably do more than Kaka ... the problem is that he does not have the will anymore !!
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