Football NewsFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 18 Sept 2026
Amorim told to fix Milan style and spirit after Cardinale talks
Milan's owner wants a quick U-turn after a first defeat of the season, and Pulisic is set to start against Lecce.
Ruben Amorim
coach
Club
AC Milan
Owner
Gerry Cardinale
Last result
2-0 loss to Benfica
Next match
Lecce, Sunday
Returning
Pulisic, Rabiot
What happened. Ruben Amorim reportedly explained his tactical decisions against Benfica in a remote meeting with owner Gerry Cardinale on Thursday. Cardinale is concerned by Milan's recent performances and expects a quick improvement and a win over Lecce on Sunday.
- Cardinale did not like the spirit and organisation shown in recent games.
- Amorim's priority is improving Milan's style of play and fighting spirit.
- Christian Pulisic and Adrien Rabiot will return to the starting XI against Lecce.
“Rabiot, and above all, Pulisic, will return to the starting line-up.”
— Gazzetta
Cardinale is due back in Milan and will be at San Siro on Sunday, before the international break.
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