Milan‘s Momentum Builds as Italian Cup Victory Fuels Title Aspirations
Following a convincing win in the championship at San Siro against Empoli, Milan continued its impressive run with another decisive victory in the Italian Cup. Coach Paulo Fonseca attributes the team’s recent transformation to a growing sense of confidence and awareness. “This change comes from time,” he explained in a press conference. “I always told you that the team was growing, then victories bring more confidence.
It’s a natural consequence of the work. Today it was important to see the seriousness of the team. They entered the field with attitude, with mentality. In other matches we hadn’t had this attitude.”
With their sights firmly set on advancing further in the Italian Cup, Milan is preparing for a challenging away match against Atalanta. The encounter is expected to be a test of the team’s strength, and Fonseca confirmed the anticipated return of key players Theo and Maignan.
“Theo has a little problem and I haven’t played him,” he revealed. “Maignan had surgery but they will be ready for Bergamo, starting to train from tomorrow.”
However, managing the team’s composition will be a delicate task. While Fonseca hoped to make substitutions at halftime, minor injuries to other players presented additional challenges.
“I wanted to bring out Leao, Fofana and Reijnders at half-time, but Loftus-Cheek had a small calf problem and we didn’t want to risk it; Sportiello also had knee discomfort. It was more difficult to manage the other players who were out. I think Loftus has nothing serious,” he described.
A Chance for Italian Cup Glory
This victory has solidified Milan’s ambitions for the Italian Cup, a trophy that has eluded them for some time. Recognizing the significance of the competition, Fonseca openly expressed his belief in the team’s capability.
“I know how long we haven’t won it. Do we have a chance of winning it? Yes. The quarter-finals will be here at San Siro, then there will be the two semi-finals. I believe we could do something important.” Fumigating Confidence With These Performances
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## Milan’s Momentum: Riding High After Italian Cup Glory
**Host:** Welcome back, football fans! Joining us today is football analyst Marco Rossi to discuss AC Milan’s recent surge and their impressive Italian Cup win. Marco, Milan seems unstoppable right now – what’s behind this incredible momentum?
**Marco Rossi:** Absolutely! Milan is firing on all cylinders. It’s not just about the wins, it’s the way they’re winning. They’re dominant, confident, and playing with a swagger we haven’t seen in a while. Coach Fonseca deserves a lot of credit. He’s instilled a real belief in this squad.
**Host:** Fonseca spoke about a “growing sense of confidence and awareness.” Do you think that’s the key to Milan’s transformation?
**Marco Rossi:** Definitely. When players believe in themselves and in the system, it translates onto the pitch. You can see it in their movement, their passing, and their overall intensity. They’re not just playing for the win; they’re playing with style and purpose.
**Host:** This Italian Cup victory comes on the heels of a strong league performance against Empoli. Is this a sign Milan is truly back in contention for the Serie A title?
**Marco Rossi:** It’s certainly looking that way. They’ve closed the gap on the top teams and are showing the consistency needed to mount a serious challenge. However, it’s a long season. They’ll face stiff competition, but right now, Milan is sending a strong message – they’re here to compete.
**Host:** Exciting times for Milan fans indeed! Marco Rossi, thank you for your insightful analysis. We’ll be watching Milan closely as they continue their journey this season.