AC Milan conquered the Santiago Bernabeu fifteen years later.
Three goals scored just like back then; an outstanding performance during a challenging period, just like back then. A new coach who was looking for balance and made a breakthrough in Madrid, just like back then. Among the protagonists of that 2009 night was Massimo Oddo, who spoke with MilanNews.it exclusively:
"Sometimes when the coach changes something, people say he’s confused. But I say they’re great coaches."
Oddo talked about Paulo Fonseca's work against Real Madrid:
"Yesterday's tactical move was made because he understood he needed to intervene to bring out the best in the team, and that's exactly what happened. Patience is needed. And trust."
The coach, as in the derby, once again responded to media criticism:
"The problem isn’t the media; it’s all of Italy that’s like this. This pressure doesn’t only harm Milan but affects all teams. You can’t put a coach on the hot seat after just a few games. If Milan chose Fonseca, it’s for his qualities, but even if a coach is very skilled, it doesn’t mean things will always go well. A coach has the right to get to know and understand the team."
