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Late Night post-game rant

The Milanista Report Episode 18: Fonseca is Cooked

Milanisti! Join Nicko for some LIVE therapy and plus a passionate rant about Fonseca and Management#acmilan #football #soccerformations #calcio #tactics #wea...

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@crsxsa Now that I've moved to Southern Mexico I have chance to watch S. American football on a daily basis. And I've adopted Corinthians as my 2nd club. That 2015 team was something else!

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Finally made to #sansiro after all these years #ForzaMilan #SempreMilan

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Making her papou proud @olympiacosfc

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If you're a Milanisti and are happy how Maldini got fired, then do me a favor and unfollow me.

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2 years

@Leecosgrove10 It's worse when you inform the parents and kids at the start of the season that playing time is based on attendance, being coachable, and effort. And even worse when some parents believe their kid is better than everyone else 🤨

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2 years

Spent to amazing days in #Milano Watched my Milan live at San Siro for the first time. Ate some delicious food, and also visited the Mondo Milan.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@_InsideMilan Context: Zaniolo is 23 and Messias is 31, and more importantly Messias has had numerous chances to impress the fans and management.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@ManagerTactical That is a short term solution for the MLS. How about focusing on helping talented kids who don't have the means to pay $$ to play. So the US can deepen their talent pool. And also focus on better defense skills

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Nicko Kostopoulos

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2 years

@PSGINT_ I can see Macron intervining haha. But seriously though Marquinos, Messi and Ramos need to set him straight

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1 year

My favorite kit of all time

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2 years

@ManagerTactical @chinomnso3 Both NY born and bred

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3 years

@PSGhub @lequipe Leonardo has such a huge ego. PSG needs to find a replacement asap

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1 year

@MilanPosts @alex_crook A bit too early for April fools haaha

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@FCRBS_en Funny post. But Will Still's accomplishment is a great use case they having an EUFA pro license isn't really necessary.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

@MilanEye If Milan wanted to yap into talent that should of built an academy in Latin America or somewhere in Africa

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@Scout7Calcio I agree with all of your points but one. Leao had an average game by his standards. Yes he created chances for his teammates but was sloppy with the ball a few times. In games like this he needs to takeover.

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2 months

@fcimrobin Public speaking isn't easy

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11 months

@MilanEye This has to be some kind of joke right.

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1 year

@thecasualultra The Greek authorities were supposedly notified by Interpol weeks before and still were allowed to enter the country. These could have been prevented

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

To all you Milan fans that want to stop supporting this beloved team over this transfer market (which isnt over yet) you're more than welcome to start supporting Juve, Roma or Inter. We weren't favorites to win last season and we still did it.4 ever Milanista

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@WhatGattusoMad Regardless if your a Milan fan or not responsible soccer fans know that Maigan and Kalulu deserve to be in the starting 11

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

6 months

@Az00001997 @rajsinghchohan Some of you EPL fans love hyping your teams and players up. And good for you. But when you start saying things like Saliba and Gabriel are the best CB pair ever. That's when you lose all credibility

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@itsgabe20 Provide the whole picture next time You're obviously cherry picking one game to promote your agenda, and that's fine however look at the larger picture

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

Selling a player like Tonali to line the owners pockets with more $$ sets a dangerous precedent. Might as well sell Theo, Mike, Leao, Kalulu and Thiaw if the price is right, and promote the Primavera players to fill their spots

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

9 months

@TheNassrZone @FabrizioRomano One great aging player isn't going to save the league. You need to focus on developing the younger generation of players and academies. And no amount of $$$ can create a football culture like in Europe

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@Bonetti Nice goal but that goalie shouldn't have allowed that to go in.

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3 months

@SerieAScout_ For some Milanisti like myself, this is our biggest fear.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

6 months

@crsxsa um vídeo que fiz sobre Leo Mana Pretendo fazer um vídeo dedicado à equipe de 2015 um dia

Tournament season is in full swing: Leo Mana from Corinthians

In part 2 I breakdown one of my favorite defenders: Lea Mana who plays RB at Corinthians#defensivedynamo #corinthians #brasileirão #copasudamericana

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

8 months

@pstionalplay Yes they've been playing great on both ends of the pitch. But let's see them win it all before they're called the best team in Europe. Man City are defending champs

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@MilanPosts @SkySport Need a ball hawk CDM more

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

More delusional EPl hype. To even mention his name in the same breath as the GOATs is disrespectful.

City Chief

@City_Chief

5 months

Paolo Maldini, Beckenbauer, Baresi and others all come outside! We have got Gvardiol 🔥

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Nicko Kostopoulos

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1 year

@MartinoPuccio Well said

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

1/1 If you're a coaching youth sports and encouraging or teaching your players to play dirty (ex: throwing elbows and pushing from the back constantly) you need to take a good look in the mirror.

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@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@MartinoPuccio This is one of the reasons why the Curva doesn't speak for me.

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@DefensiveTactX

3 months

@Bonetti I've been saying it for months now. If we're not going to sign a really talented RB. Then just let Kalulu, Terraciano and Calabria compete for that spot.

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2 years

@BalkanmemesTr

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4 months

@Bonetti Looking good so far. Imagine if Scalvini was on this squadd

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@MilanPosts George Bob Okallo is a highly respected Goal Keeper coach in the US and has been around the game forever. So his opinion matters.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

This is kind of coaching profile that I wish Milan would have gone after. Someone who emphasizes strong defensive principles (helps you wins trophies) and attractive football.

Mfalsafa

@mfalsafa_

4 months

Man, just look at the upgrade Fiorentina got. I’m in awe. Palladino brings strong defensive foundations with him, but also the ability to play fluid and expansive football while giving the players freedom and maximising on efficiency (touches on the ball + energy conservation)

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

10 months

Thus is the main reason why we became coaches in the 1st place. It's not about feeding our egos, or how many tournaments you win. It's about the kids and their development and love for the game.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

9 months

@ManagerTactical Sure, let's send an American to a country that is a war with Ukraine, and is continuously at war with us, hahaha The wild things people say on X for clicks. #cyberwar

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

It's sad to see how a former Milan Great is still being treated. And my money is that someone from the club was behind this. I mean, it makes sense

Milan Posts

@MilanPosts

5 months

📰 @Agenzia_Ansa : Following the censorship of his interview on Radio Serie A on May 9th, Paolo Maldini decides to take legal action against those responsible, deeming it unjust.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

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2 years

@YourLocalPSGfan @MUFC_redarmy99

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Nicko Kostopoulos

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5 months

Masters of Defense: The Classic Italian Way

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Nicko Kostopoulos

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6 months

@_LewisLFC As a former coach, I can tell you it's easy for us fans to be armchair coaches and think we know better than qualified coaches. That's why I'm big on telling people to coach a youth team for a while and see how even at that level, it's not easy.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@Scott7news You do realize that in most cases that kill bears, deers to control their population. And most hunters eat that meat and donate it in some cases.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

That Greek life

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

Defense is ingrained in the calcio culture!

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

11 months

Check out and subscribe to my new YouTube channel

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

Need help buying tickets to the August 27th game. Site is asking for a Milan membership 12 digit code. @MilanClubDublin @CurvaS1899 @MilanEye #milanasti #Rossoneri

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@albinsheqiri Why not just share it without all these requirements?

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@LAHM21_16 @MinJaeMajesty Seems like the majority of accounts on X believe that Kim Min-Jae was at fault for that first goal by Vinicius. It's much more complex than that. If you're interested in what really went down, take a look at the analysis video that I put together.

Defensive Analysis: Vinicius's Jr. Goal vs. Bayern Munich

Join Nicko LIVE on Defensive Dynamo as he discusses the goal that Vinicius's Jr scored vs Bayern Munich in first leg of the Champions League Semi-Finals.⚽️ A...

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@rafaeleao__ Could you provide the source?

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

Fonseca is another coach that likes to press high on the defensive phase. And they're a few issues with this pressing principle: 1)The high pace puts a wear and tear on the players. So, a high rate of injuries most likely will occur. 2) With the current players that Milan have..

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@exetlaios1 Do me a favor and stop supporting my father's childhood club

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

Anybody who claims to be Greek and spews out racial slurs against Giannis_An34 and his other Greek teammates should be ashamed of themselves

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

Happy birthday to the living legend #3 You're turn AC Milan admins

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@Jon_Mackenzie I used to have my U11 backline warmup with this drill before every game.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

@UruguayanHeroes Bisela is my type of coach. Lives and breathes football.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 month

Torino is for real. I called it last week on our pregame that Vanoli is slowly putting together a serious team.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

@ItalianoCalcio Udogie and Kayode are already starter for their senior teams. So hopefully they get called up in the next cycle

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

@OfRossonero Let's not pretend management didn't know about the agent commissions. And if they didn't, that's on them for not doing their homework.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

@EKscouting @BVB @BlackYellow @accelereightBVB @RNBVB @BVBBuzz @BVB09_English @BVB09MEX @nurisahin @FootballReprt I really like his strong defensive principles, and I believe that was one of the main reasons that BVB made it to the UCL final

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

But for a bigger club like Milan with positive balance sheets, this type of signing doesn't fit moneyball

BVB Central

@TheBVBCentral

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🚨💸 Per @berger_pj , Dortmund will pay €60m across Guirassy's salary, his signing bonus, and the release clause

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@herculezg @ESPNPlus @SebiSalazarFUT It's time to for US Soccer to find a new coach after the WC

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 years

@_Footballfc_ @PSGhub @lequipe PSG management is a joke and this coming from someone who's a fan

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

It's official! Going to my first Milan game this August at San Siro

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

To the man that made me fall in love with the art of defending. You'll be missed ❤️🖤 Forza vecchio cuore rossonero

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

All these cute new football terms being mostly used by tactical analysts and scouts such as ZOI are not widely used by coaches or staff that are actually part of academies and clubs. Speaking from experience. And can we stop calling every talented young player generational or.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

I've said it on my podcast numerous times that we need some like Fofana who has grinta and that bite that we need. And also promote someone like Victor Eletu to learn under Fofana and add depth.

Milan Xtra

@MilanXtra

4 months

🌓🪨 | If #ACMilan were to sell Ismael Bennacer, his replacement would have to be defensive-minded. The 2 most popular options right now: 🔄 🇫🇷 Youssouf Fofana - AS Monaco 🇵🇹 Renato Veiga - FC Basel 1893 🗞: @CorSport #SempreMilan 🔴⚫

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@WhatGattusoMad Kicking Kalulu out of starting lineup?? I would start him over Calabria

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

My world ❤️❤️❤️🏄‍♂️

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

I'm all in for bringing Fofana to Milan. He has the mentality, skill sets, and teeth we need. However, I don't want to see Rabiot on my club. He's overrated and expensive.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@MilanClubDublin I need to make design merch for my club, and a fresh logo. Enjoy the season @MilanClubDublin

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

11 months

I guess they never heard of Zanetti, Carlos Alberto or Cafu #bustedtweet @BustedCalcio

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@abzzinhoo

11 months

Reece James on pure ability is probably the best RB of all time ngl, no one has ever been this complete before.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

Get me right back who can defend first. Flashy full backs are nice, but if you're average defensively, you shouldn't be starting for a club like Milan. We don't have time to develop another defender. And that's why I wanted someone like Kayode.

Soy Calcio

@SoyCalcio_

4 months

🔴 El Milan quiere acelerar por Tiago Santos para el lateral derecho y preparan una oferta por el defensor del Lille. Podría ser de unos 10M€ + 2-3M€ en variables + porcentaje de una futura venta. [ @86_longo ]

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

What a terrible comparison. First off, Adli played more of a defensive role for Milan. And anyone who knows football knows that Samardzic is way more technical and smooth on the ball than Adli. Stats alone only tell a small part of the story.

 HERNANDEZIANO❤🖤☮ هيرنانديزيان+مالديني☮

@GiancarloMazz18

3 months

Samardzic VS Yacine Adli Yacine Adli >>> Samardzic Ragazzi teniamoci Adli che vale tre volte tanto Samardzic

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

@_InsideMilan @FabrizioRomano @MilanMatters All I see are vids highlighting his offensive skills. Are we trying to sign a RB who can defend first or another bomber like Theo?

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

We had a chance to get Scalvini by using CDK in a trade but failed to do so. Didn't bother trying to sign Buongiorno or even tried to ask about Kayode. And now we're low balling on a promising talent. I'm diving into these topics and more on today's pod!

Milan Eye

@MilanEye

3 months

🚨 Red Bull Salzburg ask for €30M for Pavlovic while Milan offer €20M. There is a draft agreement between Milan and the player [ @DiMarzio ]

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

Defensive Analysis: Tomori's Penalty in the Genoa Match

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@DefensiveTactX

10 months

@Bonetti Have a good weekend sir

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

@MrMaldini_ Zirkzee isn't a traditional striker. He's more of a false #9

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

@Soyangelx11 @iMiaSanMia Tah looked very shaky vs. Greece. Personally, I'd take De Lig over Tah any day of the week

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

Seriously, most real fans could care less about this VIP package. We want to go back to contending for scudettos and Coppa Italias.

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@JoePompliano

4 months

AC Milan recently launched its "Club 1899 Front Row Experience." The idea is modeled after what you would see at a Los Angeles Lakers or New York Knicks game, with AC Milan’s pitchside seats filled with VIP guests. Perks Include: • Parking next to the players • Personal

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 month

Playing with high line isn't the main problem. It's playing with a 2-2 rest defense and leaving our 2 cbs alone with two average defensively minded midfielders who are always out of position. Want to stop being countered so easily play with a 3-2 rest defense instead.

Luca Cohen

@lucacohen

1 month

A me conforta che #Fonseca dica "Impossibile vincere se si difende così" Significa che lo ha notato. Ma allora mi viene la domanda...chi la prepara la difesa? Non sono mica pazzi che decidono da soli di stare così alti. Oltre agli orrori individuali

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

I'll be following Monza a lot closer this season, being that one of my all-time time favorite players is coaching this club now.

AC Monza

@ACMonza

4 months

BENVENUTO MISTER 💪⚪️🔴 #ACMonza #WelcomeNesta

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

1 year

@MilanClubDublin Has the freshest Milan apparel out there ❤️🖤😈

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

6 months

whether you're Pioli in or Pioli out. At the end of the day managers, most players and owners come and go. What's most important is that we always support the badge, the colors and the history of our club #alwaysforzamilan

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

The fact that our club is rumored to be interested in every coach under the sun is bad look for us. This is telling everyone that we don't have a project in place or any idea what style of play or ambitions we have to get back to winning titles.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

8 months

@IFTVofficial I'm guessing your social media person is an Inter fan

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

7 months

If you're a Milanista and stirring up noise between Pulisic and Leao for clicks. I suggest you get a job writing soap operas.

Rio

@ManLikeBona

7 months

Look at how Leao is facing away. Petty and selfish as always, can't wait until he goes to PSG and Christian becomes the franchise player on Milan #USMNT 🇺🇸

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

2 years

@FlipBauer Chelsea fans have gone off the deep end.

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@DefensiveTactX

5 months

@MartinoPuccio Management has already lost my respect when they tried to censor Maldinis interview. And sure, they haven't been named publicly, but who else was behind it.

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

So my thoughts on this. When Otto Rehhagel took over Greece before the 04 Euros he got rid of players that caused issues, weren't willing to play different positions, and complained. And look at the results. So going forward..cont

Get Italian Football News

@_GIFN

3 months

The Italy dressing room was never united under Luciano Spalletti at EURO 2024, report La Repubblica. 👀 There were internal factions in the squad 😠 Some saw Nicolo Fagioli as a 'snitch' 🇮🇹 Players unhappy with training methods

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

10 months

@ManagerTactical If you've become a fan of Milan this season or have been for awhile please take time to follow and support your local Milan fan clubs @MiamiMilanclub @MilanClubTO @ACMClubMTL @MilanClubBoston @ACMilanNYC @MilanClubPhilly @ACMilanClubPNW @MilanClubPhx @milanclubsocal Cont.

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2 months

@theitalyfocus The new generation of fans are fascinated with stats

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

3 months

Still waiting....

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

5 months

That's our best option. It's not like management is going open their wallet and pay for Conte or another big name. And besides, have you ever watched how well Porto us structured defensively?

Milanaholic

@TmMilanMillo

5 months

3 league titles in 7 years in Portugal is embarrassing, don't wanna hear no one telling me it's a competitive league. NO the hell not, and you are coaching Porto which is the strongest team. please stop the hype he is just a mid. Add to that he never coached in Série A, so 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

4 months

If Milan wants to get back to their winning ways and compete domestically again. They need to focus on signing at least 2 CDMs with slightly different profiles, add a CB that can bring experience, and mentor the defenders and add a RB..

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Nicko Kostopoulos

@DefensiveTactX

6 months

@pythaginboots Saliba and Gabriel one of the top CB pair in football today.

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