Milan 1 Reggina 1
AC Milan are probably the only footballing giant who don't care a hoot about their youngsters. Having one of the finest youth systems in Europe, Milan have rampantly sold/loaned their young stars to make way for aging celebrities. A footballing philosophy that has only wrecked Milan as history clearly shows. David Di Gennaro is a highly rated Italian striker, who has come through the ranks of Milan. He is 20 years of age and has been a part of Milan's set up for 13 years. Sadly though, he now plays for Reggina, and is largely responsible for us dropping 2 points last night.
Seedorf was on the bench, and Flamini was given an unusual start. He was going to be Milan's best player in the game and he started to show his threat with a long range effort in the 9th minute. 10 minutes later, Flamini was at it again as he combined with Kaka but the goalkeeper was up to the task. David Di Gennaro made himself evident in the game as he forced a save from Abbiati just 2 minutes later. Campagnolo was going to have a busy night, as he was called upon to make a save from Jankulovski. Beckham was doing well with his razor sharp passes and crosses. 33 minutes had gone by when disaster hit the home team. Gennaro sliced in a deflected shot, with Abbiati demonstrating immobility. The Milan keeper had no chance as it was a fantastic finish. Just before the end of half-time, Ambrosini was fouled in the box by Krajcik, but the referee decided it was fair and provided Reggina one of his numerous favors of the game.
After 54 minutes, an unchanged Reggina looked dangerous as Gennaro dribbled past Flamini, but his left footed shot was wide of goal. 15 minuted after play had resumed, Milan had a goal turned down, as the referee continuously displayed his grievance towards the Rossoneri. Maybe the red and blacks dint entertain him as a player during his playing days. Seedorf stood there trying to knock sense into the numb skull of a referee, but evidently it wasn't working. 7 minutes later, Pato was brought down by Krajcik. The young Brazilian's had left a trail of defenders behind, due to his pace and skill. The result of the foul was a penalty, which Kaka took with ease, and with 20 odd minutes remaining, a win still seemed possible. Inzaghi was on as he replaced Ronaldinho and the Italian marginally directed his header of target from a delightful Beckham cross. On the 85th minute, a world-class cross from the Englishman, proved wasteful due to poor positioning from the Italian hitman. Milan can consider themselves a bit fortunate, because deep into injury time, Corradi made a mess of a good opportunity as Reggina caught Milan off balance on the counter attack.
The game ended in a draw, leaving an eight point gap between league leaders and us. Its going to be hard now for us as we take on the current league leaders and defending champions, Inter, next weekend. We are going to miss Kaka to injury, so we may (hopefully) employ another striker upfront, to partner Pato. Its not going to be a classic, this derby. Both clubs are struggling with form, but there has to be, yes, has to be one winner.
Video Highlights - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czbIixMCGrM&eurl
Goalscorers -
Milan - Kaka (pen 67')
Reggina - Di Gennaro (33')
Seedorf was on the bench, and Flamini was given an unusual start. He was going to be Milan's best player in the game and he started to show his threat with a long range effort in the 9th minute. 10 minutes later, Flamini was at it again as he combined with Kaka but the goalkeeper was up to the task. David Di Gennaro made himself evident in the game as he forced a save from Abbiati just 2 minutes later. Campagnolo was going to have a busy night, as he was called upon to make a save from Jankulovski. Beckham was doing well with his razor sharp passes and crosses. 33 minutes had gone by when disaster hit the home team. Gennaro sliced in a deflected shot, with Abbiati demonstrating immobility. The Milan keeper had no chance as it was a fantastic finish. Just before the end of half-time, Ambrosini was fouled in the box by Krajcik, but the referee decided it was fair and provided Reggina one of his numerous favors of the game.
After 54 minutes, an unchanged Reggina looked dangerous as Gennaro dribbled past Flamini, but his left footed shot was wide of goal. 15 minuted after play had resumed, Milan had a goal turned down, as the referee continuously displayed his grievance towards the Rossoneri. Maybe the red and blacks dint entertain him as a player during his playing days. Seedorf stood there trying to knock sense into the numb skull of a referee, but evidently it wasn't working. 7 minutes later, Pato was brought down by Krajcik. The young Brazilian's had left a trail of defenders behind, due to his pace and skill. The result of the foul was a penalty, which Kaka took with ease, and with 20 odd minutes remaining, a win still seemed possible. Inzaghi was on as he replaced Ronaldinho and the Italian marginally directed his header of target from a delightful Beckham cross. On the 85th minute, a world-class cross from the Englishman, proved wasteful due to poor positioning from the Italian hitman. Milan can consider themselves a bit fortunate, because deep into injury time, Corradi made a mess of a good opportunity as Reggina caught Milan off balance on the counter attack.
The game ended in a draw, leaving an eight point gap between league leaders and us. Its going to be hard now for us as we take on the current league leaders and defending champions, Inter, next weekend. We are going to miss Kaka to injury, so we may (hopefully) employ another striker upfront, to partner Pato. Its not going to be a classic, this derby. Both clubs are struggling with form, but there has to be, yes, has to be one winner.
Video Highlights - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czbIixMCGrM&eurl
Goalscorers -
Milan - Kaka (pen 67')
Reggina - Di Gennaro (33')
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