Milan boss Vincenzo Montella insists victories are achieved “by the players’ quality, the Coach’s skill and club’s expertise”, not tactics.
Milan President Silvio Berlusconi recently admitted he took issue with Montella’s decision to set the Rossoneri up in a 4-3-3 formation as he argued a 4-3-1-2 traditionally suited the team.
Milan boss Vincenzo Montella insists victories are achieved “by the players’ quality, the Coach’s skill and club’s expertise”, not tactics.
Milan President Silvio Berlusconi recently admitted he took issue with Montella’s decision to set the Rossoneri up in a 4-3-3 formation as he argued a 4-3-1-2 traditionally suited the team.
“I don’t believe tactics win you titles or matches. Matches are won by players’ quality, the Coach’s skill and club’s expertise,” the Coach said at a Press conference ahead of Saturday’s match against Empoli in Serie A.
“And since the Coach and players have yet to show their ability to win [trophies], while the President and club won for 30 years, there’s maximum listening on my part.
“The President also said those things to me and, as Galliani said, the President’s words were listened to but not commented on.
“We play as if we have a No 10 anyway because Suso is a 10 and Niang is a striker.
“Romagnoli has recovered. Bertolacci has been out for so many months, we welcome him back with great pleasure.
“Empoli? I’ve watched many of their matches. They’re a team that are organised defensively and able to play well.
“There are no tactics that will secure the three points. To win, we need quality players, a good Coach and capable management.
“No Bacca? Lapadula wants to be a protagonist. He’s fine, but for the characteristics of our opponents, we may also play Luiz Adriano.
“Despite Bacca’s absence, we have some important solutions.
“Players affected by the takeover? If so, they’re not showing it, otherwise they’re showing its advantages.
“The lads are focused, we’re giving a great show of professionalism and desire to win, and that’s the most that can a Coach can expect.”