If we tried to ask any Rossoneri fan what the first reaction was after reading the official line-ups of the Derby, we would certainly find some common question marks. Why Leao in the clutches of three power plants? Why ask for a dribbling and tearing job Musah? For much of the derby these doubts arose. The answer? A experiment. After five knockouts in a row, Pioli decided to field a more conservative and less aggressive Milan team than usual. A Milan that, unfortunately, never convinced until, in the second half, the same Pegs he had to reverse and return to 4-2-3-1. From then on things improved. Leao went back to being Leao and the game plots seemed more recognisable. Then, as in Europesomething was missing.
In Turin without experiments
This misstep seen against Inter must be a point for reflection. Perhaps, given the lackluster moment and an unenviable mental condition, it would be better to leave any type of experiment alone and rely on that module that has accompanied the Rossoneri for almost the entire Pioli management. At most, it would be a good idea to study alternative solutions within this lineup, so as not to distort the formation and players. We cannot ask Leao to be Giroudwe cannot ask Musah to be Pulisic or Chukwueze. Having delivered the second star to Inter, Milan’s pride now hangs on the defense of second place, which can be secured with three points this Saturday.
In Turin with the best
Where to start again in Turin? In front of Maignan there will necessarily be an unprecedented defense. Cage-Thiaw and on their sides Florenzi and one between Musah and Terracciano. In midfield the ballots will always concern the usual four. There is something to think about up front. In addition to Leao, Pioli is likely to continue to rely on Loftus Cheek, while on the right there are doubts. Intuition would suggest Pulisic, but how can you leave Chukwueze like this on the bench? Between the derby and the double match against Roma, the Nigerian is in great need of playing time and on Saturday he could recover some. Perhaps it is time for a change in front of them. Giroud seems dull and probably with his mind already in America. Okafor And Jovic they are waiting for a chance. Evidence of 2025, then. What is certain is that Turin will need responses of pride. From everyone.
