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Amorim discusses tactics with Cardinale as Pulisic set for Milan start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Amorim discusses tactics with Cardinale as Pulisic set for Milan start

Summary

AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim spoke with club owner Gerry Cardinale following the team’s 2-0 loss to Benfica, addressing concerns about the squad's performance. Amorim aims to enhance the team's style of play and fighting spirit ahead of their next Serie A match against Lecce on Sunday. Christian Pulisic is expected to make his first start of the 2026-27 season after appearing as a substitute in recent matches due to fitness issues. Cardinale anticipates improvements as the team looks to bounce back after two draws and a loss. Amorim stresses the importance of finding calm to uplift team morale before the international break.

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Status Watch

•Amorim spoke to Cardinale after Milan's loss to Benfica on September 16.
•Pulisic will start against Lecce after making substitute appearances.
•Cardinale expressed concern over the team's recent performance.
•Milan faces Lecce in Serie A on September 24.
•Amorim aims to improve team spirit and tactics in upcoming matches.

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Two Amorim priorities after Cardinale talks as Pulisic set for first Milan start of 2026-27

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Ruben Amorim reportedly explained his tactical decisions against Benfica during a remote meeting with Gerry Cardinale on Thursday, and the Milan boss is now due to improve the team’s style of play a...
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