Peppe Di Stefano believes that Paulo Fonseca’s tirade after the Red Star game was one with specific recipients, and that a point of ‘no return’ has been reached.
The statements that Fonseca made after the game have generated plenty of headlines as he appeared to take aim at some individuals or even a group within the squad who are not giving everything.
The coach’s points revolved around one word: attitude. Fonseca thinks the team is strong but wants more commitment, more dedication and more concentration from some players, especially in games that might not seem as big as others.
Now we must understand how the relationship between the coach and the team will change, given that there will have no doubt being a discussion among the players about his words.
Speaking live from Milanello this afternoon on Sky, Di Stefano took stock of the situation at Milan following Fonseca’s strong statements against some players and what it means moving forward.
“The Milan coach was very sad. Last night there was a particular feeling, the feelings of the fans and the Rossoneri world were mixed,” he began (via Radio Rossonera).
“On one hand happiness for having won the fourth consecutive match, something that hadn’t happened since 2005 in the Champions League. On the other hand the acute dissatisfaction of Fonseca.
“The sentences were strong, the words don’t make sense for so many interpretations. He has it in for some element of the team, for the lack of commitment during the week, for the selflessness that was missing yesterday, for the attachment to the shirt.
“A series of accusations that have recipients, they are not words said at random and represent a point of no return with those players in particular. It should be noted that no director was present today at Milanello after the coach’s harsh outburst.”
Fonseca has lost th dressing room long before now. It’s clear to anyone. And why would they respect him? God awful lineups, refusal to make smart changes, refusal to rest key players to the point of injury, ineffectivetactics, ostracizing of key players simply because their not “his favorites”, refusal to take any blame in the awful results, the entire existence of Emerson in the team. He’s done, and he’s been done. And we all knew it would happen. A cheap lazy appointment from a cheap lazy management, and now they’re paying the price. Bad results, probably no ucl next year, and entire fanbase that wants them gone asap. Failures
Well said Ian
I disagree with the injuries statement. Our injuries are miles better than last year.
Your sentiment doesn’t hold water. In fact, I’d say that people like you are the problem. This lackadaisical attitude has been evident for all to see. Take, for instance, how Inter strolled to a second star last season at our home without any concern.
I must commend Fonseca, though, for speaking out against the pampering of these paid professionals.
I agree with this. At least he has some balls to say it.
The players don’t fit mentally and systematically into any system.
Yes agreed. 19 friggin points behind Inter in second place is nothing to be proud of.
Pioli coddled and babied these guys nearly to the point of insanity. Now we need bad guy Fonseca to make these guys grow up and take more responsibility that they should have been taking over the past few years, why the heck are fans mad about it? They should be HAPPY that there is someone to call out our players lazy attitude and lack of commitment to the team.
I applaud him bringing Tammy and then Camarda onto the field last match. Both of them showed a commitment and desire to play for the team.
I wouldn’t have mind if he had some credentials to back my it up. It’s a big difference if Ancelotti said those things ..then ppl will pay attention because he’s won things. But when your coach hasn’t even won more titles than you then those words don’t have as much weight….
Not saying that’s an excuse to not listen to the coach but I put this on management. They needed to hire a coach that’s in line with these player’s ambitions and titles
Tout à fait normal avec lui, nous n’avons pas de place pour des sénateurs, tout le monde à fond sur le terrain
Oga, speak English.
That’s what you get for a cheap coach, totally destroy the team. Well done Redbirdies. Really think picking a cheap coach is a good idea?? All other big clubs could’ve done so if it works. It’s so silly haha
We’re done for this season 🙁