Milan returns to play at the Mapei Stadium after the international break, with Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim ready to get back on track. In a pre-match press conference against Sassuolo, Amorim reiterated the importance of making the most of the coming weeks, underlining that "it is necessary to put our foot on the accelerator" to face the upcoming challenges. The coach also announced some tactical changes, stating that the team must learn to fluidly switch from a structure with four defenders to one with three when the situation requires it.
Amorim recalled his past with Alberto Aquilani, former Sporting player and now Sassuolo coach. The two shared a spell at the Portuguese club, albeit in different eras, and exchanged respectful compliments. Aquilani joked that he no longer remembers the Portuguese, but praised Amorim's modern approach, comparing it to that of Roberto De Zerbi. The former defender expressed respect for Amorim's ability to transform the team and highlighted his attention towards concreteness on the pitch, stating that "matches are won with episodes, not with the path".
Meanwhile, AC Milan's owner, Gerry Cardinale, caused a sensation with a red cap that read "Make Milan Great Again", a clear allusion to Donald Trump's famous slogan. Cardinale participated in the coach's questions, especially regarding the future of Francesco Camarda. Amorim responded in a light-hearted tone, saying that “the new players can ask Cardinale, who is behind you,” and expressed optimism for the young striker, foreseeing a bigger role in the team.
With the match against Sassuolo scheduled, Milan prepares to put Amorim's new tactical directions into practice, while the club continues to manage the transition of players and consolidate its position in Serie A. The next match will be crucial to test Milan's new identity and to demonstrate that the team is ready to compete for titles.