Udinese 0 – Milan 2 | Amorim: “Bartesaghi is better offensively than defensively… I’m proud”

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Ruben Amorim expressed pride in Milan's 2-0 victory over Udinese, citing the team's competitiveness from the start. Amorim highlighted the challenges posed by the schedule and injuries, noting that all players must be ready. He praised the team's performance despite limited training, saying they demonstrated readiness to handle the pressure of playing for Milan. The win came after a 3-0 Europa League defeat to Bournemouth.

Amorim discussed Davide Bartesaghi's new role, stating he is "better offensively than defensively." He noted Bartesaghi needs to improve defensively, particularly in one-on-one situations, and be more aggressive. Bartesaghi was given a more advanced role in the absence of several key players due to injuries. Amorim praised Bartesaghi's performance, saying he crosses well and has quality finishing in training.

Milan faced challenges due to a long list of absentees, including Adrien Rabiot and Samuel Chukwueze. Amorim emphasized the importance of preparing players for the future, as his job is not just to win but also to ensure Milan's long-term success. He expressed concern about the injury situation, saying it's "impossible" with the current schedule and that everyone needs to be prepared. Ruben Loftus-Cheek limped off in the final minutes with an injury.