Rafael Leao celebrates his first game as Milan captain against Hellas Verona, while Stefano Pioli explains why he chose the player based on his attitude.
Leao was named captain against Hellas Verona on Saturday because Davide Calabria and Theo Hernandez were both injured.
Leao was instrumental in the Rossoneri’s victory, scoring the game-winning goal early in the first half.
“It’s a great day for me because I’ve represented this club as captain. “A great game from everyone, we’ll keep going together,” Leao posted on Instagram and X after the game.
In the aftermath of Milan-Newcastle on Tuesday, the Portuguese forward was chastised for missing a goal with a backheel shot.
During a post-match press conference, Pioli justified his choice to make Leao Milan’s captain.
“We all wanted him as captain and made our decision based on his attitude,” he added, according to Milannews.
“We are working together to overcome adversity.” It’s natural to be criticized and put under pressure, and he’s doing a good job. He hugged me for the entire squad and his teammates.”
The Rossoneri have now risen to second place in Serie A, level on points with Inter, who have a game in hand.
The Rossoneri have now risen to second place in Serie A, level on points with Inter, who have a game in hand.
Milan will play Cagliari away in the next Serie A fixture on Wednesday night.
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