FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS MILAN!

Alexandre Pato experiences the Rossoneri's good moment with great enthusiasm. The Brazilian feels like an important element of a great group that looks for the support of all the fans.

MILANELLO - Alexandre Pato is a happy lad. His Milan gave spectacle and he, along with his great friend Ronaldinho, scored and delighted the crowd. Ahead of the departure for Zurich the Rossoneri's bomber commented as follows the Rossoneri's good moment:

"Our secret is the great group, we are all very close. When I arrived at Milan they told me that I was entering a great family and today I can truly say it's all true. We are united and we form a great team and we all have a desire to do well. Take my friend Antonini, yesterday against Samp he played a great match, at the start of the season he suffered, now he has to give us a hand also against Zurich. In Switzerland we are playing a fundamental match but I'm sure this group will start to win and with a desire to give a great performance."



Alexandre then talked about the match with Sampdoria:

"We played a great match, in the first half we were great and hit our opponents with three quick goals, then in the second half we administered the match with a good ball possession. Coach Leonardo had explained us well how to face the opponent advising us to play wide near the lines. We trained very well throughout the week and in the match we reaped the benefits of our work. I score and I'm happy, celebrating in front of the fans is incredible, a great emotion. We also play for them because we know that if their support will be always greater, we will do great things. Where I prefer to play? In this Milan it makes no difference, I just want to play and whether I play on the left or on the right doesn't matter much. In this Milan I'm happy and have fun."

Paolo Maldini Advises AC Milan To Focus On Champions League

Former Milan captain Paolo Maldini thinks the Rossoneri aren't made for Serie A...


Nov 17, 2009 10:02:14 PM
After a torrid start to the season, AC Milan are currently riding a seven match unbeaten streak in Serie A, but still sit seven points behind leaders Inter.

There's still considerable scepticism from many corners regarding the Rossoneri's chances of competing for the Scudetto, and this sentiment is shared by recently retired Milan legend Paolo Maldini.

"They won't do much in the league because they aren't a regular team," he said, speaking to Marca. "They can win or lose against anyone. In the Champions League we will see..."

Maldini isn't too optimistic about the future, saying, "They need to make some changes, but to do that they need a lot of money."

He then went on to compliment Barcelona star Lionel Messi, comparing him to another Argentine great.

"Sometimes he reminds me of [Diego] Maradona and he's certainly one of the best players I've ever seen," Maldini concluded.

Danilo Pochini, Goal.com

AC Milan Legend Paolo Maldini: Real Madrid Defender Sergio Ramos Is My Heir

aldini believes Real Madrid's Ramos is best suited to become his heir...
Nov 16, 2009 2:21:35 PM




AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini believes Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos can continue his legacy by becoming the world's best defender.

Maldini, who retired at the end of last season following a sparkling career, believes Ramos can take his place as he gives the Spaniard a ringing endorsement.

"My heir will be Sergio Ramos," Maldini told Marca.

"He is young and has everything to become my heir. He is quick, powerful and has technique. He is young and has plenty of time ahead of him."

The Italian's salutary parlance will be welcome at the Bernabeu, and he has also given Ramos some beneficial advice.

"He is part of a great club in Real Madrid. My advice to him will be to play in the middle of defence like I did. The secret is to train hard," concluded Maldini.

Salvatore Landolina, Goal.com

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LA Galaxy agree to loan David Beckham to AC Milan Star midfielder will re-join Galaxy during summer transfer window in July 2010

CARSON, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy completed the loan agreement of midfielder David Beckham to Italian side AC Milan on Monday, effective in January 2010. Beckham remains under contract to the Galaxy and will play for the club throughout the MLS Cup Playoffs, which continue on Sunday, November 8 at 4:30 p.m. when the Galaxy take on Chivas USA in Game #2 of their Western Conference Semifinal Series at The Home Depot Center. In accordance with team and league regulations, details of the loan agreement were not released.

"We are pleased to finalize David's loan to AC Milan and we look forward to his return to the Galaxy after the 2010 World Cup," Galaxy Head Coach and General Manager Bruce Arena said.

Following the conclusion of the MLS season, Beckham and the rest of the Galaxy, will travel to Germany for the club's 2009 Postseason Tour presented by Herbalife, which will conclude on December 2. Beckham will officially join AC Milan on December 28 and remain with the club throughout their season which ends on May 16, 2010. He will then re-join the Galaxy when the summer transfer window opens in July 2010.

"After the wonderful experience of last season we are very happy to see David Beckham again wearing the red and black colors," said Adriano Galliani, Vice President and CEO of AC Milan. "We are confident his loan spell will not only improve Milan, it will help the player to take part in the World Cup in South Africa and continue to enhance his career in North America with the LA Galaxy. We would like to thank the Galaxy and MLS for their co-operation and understanding."

The Galaxy's Designated Player, Beckham signed with the club in January 2007 before making his Galaxy debut in a friendly against Chelsea in July of that year. In three seasons with the club, Beckham has appeared in 41 MLS games, tallying seven goals and 15 assists. He missed the first half of the 2009 MLS season while on loan to AC Milan, but returned to the Galaxy in July. Beckham appeared in and started 11 games for the club, helping the team record a 6-2-3 record in games that he played in. Beckham scored two goals and added three assists this season and has played an important role in leading the Galaxy back to the playoffs for the first time since 2005.

"I need to give myself the best chance possible to make the World Cup squad and playing for Milan on loan will help me to do that," Beckham said. "I genuinely enjoyed my time at Milan and I look forward to meeting the players and staff again. I'm thankful to Tim Leiweke and Bruce Arena for allowing me this opportunity. I'm committed to LA Galaxy and MLS in the long term and remain as passionate as ever about growing the game of soccer in America. I'm completely focused on ending this season on a high note with my club by winning the MLS Cup."

A three-time World Cup veteran with the English National Team, Beckham has collected 115 caps, giving him the record for the most caps by a field player in England history. Prior to joining the Galaxy, he spent his club career with Manchester United and Real Madrid, winning six English Premier League titles and one Spanish La Liga crown.

Tickets are now available for the Galaxy's home playoff game on Sunday, November 8 against Chivas USA. The game, which is presented by Pechanga Resort kicks off at 4:30 p.m. (PT) at The Home Depot Center. Playoff ticket prices are the same as regular season prices, meaning that tickets start at just $24 for the club's first playoff game since the 2005 MLS Cup.

Additionally, fans can purchase a special Playoff Family 4-Pack for as little as $66. This special package includes four tickets to the Galaxy's home playoff game, four hot dogs and four sodas.

Fans wishing to purchase MLS Cup Playoff tickets can do so by visiting www.lagalaxy.com or by calling 1-877-3GALAXY (342-5299), as well as www.ticketmaster.com and through all Ticketmaster outlets.

THIS IS MILAN!

THIS IS MILAN!
10/22/2009 12:01:00 AM
Adriano Galliani and coach Leonardo after the great joy tell how the team arrived to the feat of Madrid. The club and the group are always united and aware of the project’s strength.

MADRID – At the end of the marvellous win of Madrid, these are the declarations of the club in the words of Adriano Galliani and coach Leonardo: “Great evening, but last night we understood that there was optimism with regards to this game. We often look at Real and see a great team who scores but also concedes many goals. It went well, but we played a great game, no doubt. The team was never satisfied with the draw, we scored four goals in the second half. The goal which was disallowed was valid. The referee mistakes must be accepted without controversies. Pato? He’s a young champion, these lads have highs and lows, it’s normal to expect this from them, but our luck is that Alexandre is our player, our champion. Tonight I text messaged our president who was in Russia, at every result change I sent him a message with all the scorers.” “I think that the coach has his role, his merit, his ability to organize a group and motivate him. However today the win is of the team, it’s clear. Redeeming certain values was an enormous response from all of the lads. Tonight’s win arrived after another win, against Roma. We were born for the 4-3-3 and during this season for various difficulties it was not possible to play it, but then the win against Roma gave us courage. The squad backed my project, we had difficult situations and today it was a game which was too delicate to get it wrong. The president is always very close to us, there have been difficult moments, but the harmony with the club has always been there. I’m happy because Milan never showed signes of not being able to win this game. Also when one goal behind we tried to find the win, this is our real great spirit.”