The Italian Tremendous Cup showdown between Juventus and Milan will likely be headlined by a shocking household reunion between Francisco Conceicao and his father Sergio.
Each golf equipment have been enduring a disappointing begin to the season, coaching behind within the race for the Scudetto title whereas additionally discovering themselves exterior of the High 4.
However whereas Thiago Motta nonetheless holds a agency place at Juventus and is predicted to stay in his publish a minimum of till the tip of the season (except you are taking Antonio Cassano’s phrase), Milan have determined to wield the axe on Paulo Fonseca’s tenure, making the stunning determination final evening following their 1-1 draw in opposition to Roma at San Siro.
However, it appeared as if the Rossoneri had all of it deliberate beforehand as evidenced by the swift emergence of a ready-made substitute.
Sergio Conceicao is predicted to land in Milano to take the reins from his compatriot, reveals Calciomercato. He has been on the shelf since leaving Porto on the finish of final season following a memorable seven-year tenure with the Portuguese giants.
However as destiny would have it, the 50-year-old’s first match in cost will pit him in opposition to his son Francisco who has now cemented himself as a bonafide star and a fan favorite amongst Juventus supporters.
The 2 Serie A giants will conflict heads in Riyadh on Friday within the semi-final of the Italian Tremendous Cup. The winner will progress to the ultimate to take one both Inter or Atalanta the next Monday.
Juventus progressed to the event as Coppa Italia winners, whereas Milan completed because the runners-up for his or her crosstown rivals Inter within the Scudetto race.
It also needs to be famous that Conceicao Sr. isn’t precisely a newcomer to Italian soccer, as his taking part in profession included stints at Parma, Lazio and Inter.