Inter 0-3 AC Milan (1-4 agg): SempreMilan watchalong and live commentary

It’s really a bizarre situation, I confess that I was a great enthusiast of Santi Gimenez’s signing, but the fact is that so far the guy isn’t properly delivering the goods and ‘outcast’ Jovic is so far saving the day…

Dear Esteemed AC Milan Fans,I urge you to reconsider how we judge our players. No player is “trash” simply because they’re underperforming. Several factors could explain their struggles:

Bad Days Happen: Like anyone, players can have off days or games. This is a normal part of life and doesn’t define their ability.

Physical or Mental Fatigue: Players may not always be at their peak physically or mentally for certain matches, affecting their performance.

Adjustment Periods: New players, like Santiago Giménez, often need time to adapt to a new club, league, or tactical system. Giménez, signed in January 2025 from Feyenoord due to his prolific Eredivisie form, initially impressed in his first three matches. However, he hasn’t scored in over two months, which is not uncommon for a player settling into Serie A’s demands.

Tactical Mismatch: Some players struggle when a team’s system doesn’t suit their style. For example, Luka Jović thrived at Eintracht Frankfurt in a two-striker system but struggled at Real Madrid, who used a single-striker setup (e.g., 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1). After moving to Fiorentina and later joining AC Milan as a free agent, Jović took time to adapt to Milan’s tactics. His recent performances show he’s finally finding his footing, proving patience can pay off.

It frustrates me when fans unfairly criticize players. When Rafael Leão excels, he’s hailed as world-class; when he struggles, he’s labeled overrated and told he should be sold. The same applies to Theo Hernández. This inconsistency in judgment is unfair and shortsighted.

Santiago Giménez faces particularly harsh criticism. Fans now call him a “poor signing” and claim we should have kept Tammy Abraham or relied solely on Jović. This echoes the treatment Álvaro Morata received, which led to his transfer request. Such knee-jerk reactions ignore the bigger picture. Giménez is a talented striker adjusting to a new environment, and his early performances showed his potential. Writing him off prematurely is unfair.

In my view, AC Milan has a squad brimming with quality. Our players are often playing as individuals rather than a cohesive unit. With the right coaching—whether from our current staff or a new manager—I believe we can become a formidable team. Uniting our talents will unlock our full potential.

Regarding calls for RedBird Capital to sell the club, I believe this is unrealistic. RedBird shows no signs of divesting, and we should instead focus on advocating for competent management, directors, and coaching. Paolo Maldini, a club legend who spent his career in our red and black jersey, is deeply missed. However, while his legacy as a player is unmatched, there are other capable technical directors available. Likewise, Sandro Tonali was a special talent, and his departure was a blow. However, his transfer brought in significant funds, enabling us to sign Christian Pulisic, Tijjani Reijnders, and Samuel Chukwueze. While Pulisic and Reijnders have been largely successful, Chukwueze’s inconsistent performances are not unusual in football transfers. Not every signing yields immediate results, and this is true for all clubs.

Let’s move forward together, supporting our players and pushing for progress. Criticize constructively, but don’t tear down those who wear our colors. Forza Milan! ❤️🖤