Matteo Gabbia spoke in a lengthy interview to the microhpones of Polish outlet Przegląd Sportowy. Here are his words:
"My growth? I can say that I am more aware, on and off the pitch. I have grown as a player and as a person. However, I am convinced that I can further improve my qualities and become a more complete player."
On how his grandparents helped him:
"They are football fans and AC Milan fans. As a child I used to go by bus to San Siro with them and my cousin to watch the matches. I was born in Fagnano Olona. , A town not far from Milan. I did it every weekend. Then, as a teenager, I went to the Academy of Milan. I realized my dream and theirs."
Why do you wear number 46?
"1946 is the year my grandmother was born. It influenced me and my passion. I am strongly attached to her. My father is also a Milan fan, while my mother is less interested in football."
On Milan's 2022 year so far:
"We have shown, once again, that we are strong. We have achieved three victories in a row and played some good matches. Considering the away match won against Venice, I remember that at the "Penzo" stadium Roma lost and Juventus drew. We did our job, but it wasn't easy. We kept our place on the front line. Also, I want to emphasize that we have never been unbalanced, especially in the period in which we scored only with Genoa and Salernitana. We have always focused on correcting mistakes so as not to repeat them."
What are AC Milan's goals?
"The club is ambitious. Winning a trophy would complete the growth process that began two years ago. We will do our best to make it happen. We must work as we have done so far", said Gabbia.
On Stefano Pioli:
"Tactically, everyone can see how we present ourselves on the pitch. All the players feel important, this is the main contribution of the coach. I remember that when I played little, Pioli involved me in all team matters. , he gave me advice, he trusted me. I felt he was close to me. I will always thank him for that."
On his teammates in the defence:
"Kjaer is a leader. He knows what to say in every moment of the match and the season. Now he is injured. I wish him the best. Tomori is powerful and fast. great footballer. Kalulu has the same characteristics as Tomori. Romagnoli is an intelligent defender. He always knows how to behave in every game situation."
Gabbia on 3-man defence and 4-man defence:
"Both settings. Now we use the 4-2-3-1, but we start the action from the back with three defenders."
On the new stadium project:
"We hope that Milan will have their own structure in the future. This would be a very important step for the development of the club", concluded Matteo Gabbia his interview.
