AC Milan Face Critical Champions League Match Against Feyenoord
Roberto Donadoni, a former star player and coach for Italy, has cautioned that AC Milan’s upcoming Champions League match against Feyenoord on Tuesday is a pivotal moment for their season. The Rossoneri must overcome a 1-0 deficit from the first leg to advance to the Round of 16.
Despite a narrow 1-0 victory over struggling Hellas Verona in Serie A, Donadoni emphasized the importance of Tuesday’s match, calling it “extremely delicate” and a “crossroads for the season.” He expressed hope that Milan can overcome this hurdle but stressed the need for improved performance.
Donadoni praised recent signings Santiago Gimenez and Joao Felix for their positive impacts. He described Gimenez as a technically skilled striker with a natural goal-scoring instinct, while commending Felix for his quality, quickness, and ability to create numerical advantages.
Currently sitting 8th in Serie A, Milan are five points behind a Champions League spot. Their focus now turns to the crucial home match against Feyenoord, where they must secure a win to keep their European campaign alive.