The best news yesterday for AC Milan fans came in the afternoon around 5 PM (Italy's time) when the training session began at Milanello, and Rafael Leao was on the field. Therefore, he is available to Stefano Pioli for tonight's Champions League semi-final return match against Inter. It was a lightning-fast recovery for the Portuguese player, whose absence was deeply felt in the first leg. It will be up to him to lead the team and attempt the feat of overturning the 0-2 result from six days ago.
This morning, Il Corriere della Sera reports that the Rossoneri have undoubtedly regains quality and creativity with Leao's return, but it would be wrong to think that he can do everything alone. Rafa cannot solve all the problems. It would be a serious mistake to believe that his return alone will be enough for Milan's comeback. It is crucial to finally see the real Milan, from the first to the last minute. A great collective performance is essential for the seven-time Champions League winning club to have a chance at achieving a truly historic feat.
They believe in it at Milanello, as relayed Milannews.it. Everyone knows it won't be easy, but the first step to overturn the first-leg result is to believe in it. "Great achievements are possible, and we believe in them," said Stefano Pioli in yesterday's press conference, relying on his players despite Milan's recent struggles. However, the Champions League is the Devil's home, and if there's a competition in which the Rossoneri can achieve a feat, it's this one.
