Both teams come into this match with matching results, with
Torino actually ahead of us due to a single goal differential. Both teams have
disappointed, and both teams are looking to have a game that changes their
seasons. With both coaches having made questionable calls in terms of lineups
and systems, this is the game where both sides have to make the right decisions
and both sides will desperately be seeking 3 points. No more bull.
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| We need to elevate significantly from Sunday's performance |
Torino were stopped by a single Sampdoria goal from
Gabbiadini on Sunday. For that match, Mazzarri lined up Sirigu; Izzo, Lyanco,
Bremer; De Silves, Baselli, Rincon, Meité, Aina; Zaza and Belotti. Mazzarri
will be missing Lukic to injury, while Ansaldi was injured but has managed to
be called up. Mazzarri’s choices have been called into question and more is
expected of this Torino side.
Giampaolo has done enough to have many of the Milan faithful
already question his job security. Between waffling on formations and lining up
players like Castilljo and Borini ahead of new players purchased in the
mercato, his uncertainty has caused Milan to drop points and lose faith in him.
Losing the Derby 2-0 on Sunday was just too painful for many, who believe that
we at least could have done better.
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| Torino will be looking to do better as well |
Milan will be without Paquetá, who suffered a thigh strain
on Sunday, which is fine, because Giampaolo would not have started him anyway,
he’s too good. Also missing still is Caldara, although Bonaventura is called up
for this one. That is great news for anyone who likes to see our best players
sit on the bench.
Both teams need to right some early season wrongs. Mazzarri
has been on the bench so long, but seems different this season, he’ll need to
start commanding some convincing performances to stay on the bench. Whereas
Giampaolo is already needing to invoke the “support of the club” after each
match, just four matches in. So his position is even more tenuous and he will
need to personally convince tomorrow in Torino. One thing is certain, the fans
of both teams are wanting better football and better results. So tomorrow is
all about no more bull.
This post inspired by the music of the
Vandals; “I Want to Be a Cowboy”
Serie A Week 5
Torino vs. Milan
Thursday,
September 26 • 21:00 CEST (3pm EDT)
This match can be
streamed LIVE on ESPN+ in the U.S.