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Yahoo
12-07-2025
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Donovan Backs Christian Pulisic After Recent Fallout With Pochettino
(CAIRATE, ITALY : Christian Pulisic of AC Milan in action during an AC Milan training session at Milanello sports center in Cairate, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty Images) ) (CAIRATE, ITALY : Christian Pulisic of AC Milan in action during an AC Milan training session at Milanello sports center in Cairate, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty Images) ) Donovan Backs Christian Pulisic After Recent Fallout With Pochettino originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Christian Pulisic opted out of the Gold Cup, citing fatigue after the European season with Milan ended. His decision sparked a major backlash from USMNT fans, former players, and legends. Now, following the tournament, Landon Donovan reflected on just how important Pulisic really is for the national team. Advertisement Arguably the best American winger in the world, Christian Pulisic built his career at European giants like Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, and Milan. He's also been a captain for the USMNT alongside Tyler Adams and veteran Tim Ream. His absence in the Gold Cup opened the door for younger players like Diego Luna, who took over the iconic number 10 shirt. Donovan was initially critical of Pulisic's choice to sit out, but after the 2-1 loss to Mexico in the Gold Cup final, he acknowledged the crucial role Pulisic plays for the team. 'The reality is: Christian is the best player on the team. And honestly, it's not even close. Given everything he's done and what he's still capable of, maybe this was just a major misstep—a big hole in the middle of all his efforts. Now, he has to figure out how to move forward and reflect on it. But that's exactly why he was able to make such an impact - maybe not in the first game, but eventually, we all saw it unfold.' - Landon Donovan on Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard For the USMNT, Pulisic has played 78 games, scored 32 goals, and assisted 18 times -numbers no other American player comes close to matching. He creates chances coming down the left wing, sometimes drifting inside, and can finish with either foot. Advertisement While Diego Luna stepped up as the team's number 10 and delivered impressive stats, once Pulisic returns, the shirt and position are likely his to reclaim. Mauricio Pochettino could find a way to play both together, but that might sacrifice some bench depth. What's next for Pulisic and the USMNT? The USMNT won't play again until September, with friendlies scheduled against South Korea and Japan. Both teams will provide tough tests after the Gold Cup. South Korea could feature stars like Heung-min Son (Tottenham), Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich), Lee Kang-in (PSG), and Hwang Hee-chan (Wolves), offering Pochettino a solid challenge as he narrows down his squad for the 2026 World Cup. Advertisement Japan, meanwhile, is an even tougher opponent. The two countries have faced off three times recently, with Japan winning twice - including a 2-0 victory in 2022. Japan has steadily grown its roster of players competing at top clubs around the world, raising the bar for the USMNT. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Business
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CLIVET BECOMES THE FIRST NAMING RIGHTS PARTNER OF MILANELLO
AC Milan is proud to reinforce its long-term commitment to natural comfort, innovation and sustainability by renewing and expanding its partnership with Clivet, which now becomes the Club's Official Climate Partner. The new agreement marks a significant step in the Club's ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact and to create high-performance environments through sustainable solutions. At the heart of this evolution is Milanello, AC Milan's iconic training ground – a symbol of heritage, excellence, and growth. A sacred place in the Club's history, Milanello is where legends are made and where the Rossoneri identity is forged. Today, it continues to shape the next generation of players, standing as a true temple of football that bridges tradition with innovation. Advertisement That temple is now ready for its next chapter, one made possible with Clivet, which becomes the first-ever Naming Rights Partner of the facility. Starting tomorrow, on the first day of training for the new season, it will officially be known as "Centro Sportivo Milanello powered by Clivet." Clivet brings a unique blend of innovation, efficiency, and environmental awareness, promoting healthy, high-performance spaces that place daily well-being – particularly that of athletes – at the centre, helping enhance performance. More than just a name change, this milestone reflects a shared vision for elite sporting environments where climate consciousness and excellence go hand in hand. Rooted in shared and authentic values, the partnership with Clivet becomes a strategic collaboration to not only elevate Milanello into a healthier, more efficient space but also to develop forward-thinking projects dedicated to the well-being of people and the environment - both on and off the pitch. As part of the new agreement, Clivet also becomes the Sleeve Partner of AC Milan's Training Kit, with its logo appearing on the sleeves of the official training gear worn by the Men's First Team and Women's First Team, Milan Futuro, and the men's Primavera squad. Maikel Oettle, Chief Commercial Officer of AC Milan, commented: "We are very proud to continue our journey with Clivet – a partnership that redefines how we approach our infrastructure, transforming it into an environment where performance and sustainability thrive together. Milanello is our temple of performance, and well-being is a key pillar of that. By placing Clivet at its heart, we are not only enhancing the quality of our spaces today, but also shaping the future of training, development, and climate-conscious excellence in football." Massimiliano Venturi, Director of the Italy Business Unit at Clivet, added: "We are extremely proud to strengthen our partnership with AC Milan, a Club with which we share core values such as commitment to achieving goals and innovation. We believe that natural comfort is a key factor in sport as well: providing athletes with the right temperature and optimal air quality means putting them in the ideal conditions to express their full potential. This new chapter in our collaboration confirms our desire to contribute to the Club's success actively." Advertisement Clivet, a leader in heat pump-based systems for sustainable heating, cooling, ventilation, and air purification, has already played a key role in improving the environmental performance of the Club's infrastructure. The collaboration began before the official partnership in 2021, with early installations at the PUMA House of Football. Since then, Clivet's systems have enhanced air quality and climate control at Milanello, the Milan Futuro building, Casa Milan, and San Siro Stadium.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Sport
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2025/26 GETS UNDERWAY ON MONDAY
We only have a few days to go until AC Milan's 2025/26 season begins in earnest. Monday 7 July will be a busy day for fans, the media and the Club's partners. After a round of initial medical testing to be undertaken today and tomorrow, on Monday morning, the team will have their first full training session of the season, which will be closed to the public. At 13:00 CEST, we then move to Casa Milan for Massimiliano Allegri's presentation press conference before returning to Milanello. At 18:00 CEST, fans watch the team train in an open session. For those who wish to attend the session in person, there are two options for carparks in the local area: P1 is close to the left-hand turn for the sports centre, while P2 is located at the Palasport on Via Leopardi (CLICK HERE for a map of the carparks) Advertisement The Club also wishes for those who are unable to attend the session in person to be able to watch the day's action live. As such, the following events will have live coverage on our channels: 13:00 CEST: head coach Massimiliano Allegri's press conference will be available on Milan TV, the Official AC Milan App, and our YouTube channel. From 17:30 CEST: Romina Minadeo and Mauro Sumo, with the support of Milan TV's journalists, will talk you through the evening session at Milanello, also on our TV channel, the App and YouTube, with exclusive footage and first impressions. The new PUMA Home Kit 2025/26 and PUMA Away Kit 2025/26 are available: buy them now!
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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Ibrahimovic back to Milanello after three weeks
Ibrahimovic back to Milanello after three weeks Ibrahimovic back to Milanello after three weeks Red Bird Advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to Milanello on Friday to follow the first-team training session, going back to the training ground for the first time in three weeks. Sky Sport Italia reports that Ibrahimovic followed Milan's training session on Friday, returning to Milanello for the first time in three weeks. According to the report, Ibrahimovic had been far from the first team in recent weeks, also due to a strong flu. Ibrahimovic back to Milanello after three weeks RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 03: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Senior Advisor of AC Milan, looks on prior to the Italian Super Cup Semi-Final match between AC Milan and Juventus at Al Awwal Park on January 03, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) Nevertheless, doubts persist regarding his role at the club, primarily after Giorgio Furlani was tasked with hiring a new sporting director for 2025-26. Advertisement Ibrahimovic had already interviewed some of the candidates, but Furlani was ultimately tasked with identifying the ideal candidate for the role. Ibrahimovic is not formally a Milan director, but has contributed to making key decisions this term, including transfers and hiring coaches Paulo Fonseca and Sergio Conceiçao. Ibrahimovic has been serving as a RedBird Advisor at Milan since December 2023.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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Italian media casts doubt on Ibrahimovic's Milan future
Italian media casts doubt on Ibrahimovic's Milan future Zlatan Ibrahimovic hasn't yet returned to Milanello and with Giorgio Furlani set to pick Milan's new sporting director, the ex-striker's future at the club remains uncertain. Milan are in the process of hiring a new sporting director, with CEO Furlani having the final say on the successful candidate. The Milan director has already held talks with Fabio Paratici and will meet other candidates in the coming weeks. Advertisement Gazzetta confirms that the Serie A giants will likely pick a director with deep knowledge of Italian football, which means Fabio Paratici and Igli Tare are the frontrunners for the job. Italian media casts doubt on Ibrahimovic's Milan future VERONA, ITALY – MARCH 17: Giorgio Furlani CEO of AC Milan interacts with Zlatan Ibrahimovic during the Serie A TIM match between Hellas Verona FC and AC Milan at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on March 17, 2024 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by) At the same time, however, the fact that Furlani will ultimately pick the best candidate for Milan casts doubt on Ibrahimovic's future. The ex-striker has been serving as an Advisor to the RedBird ownership since December 2023 and has contributed to making key decisions regarding the first team, including hiring coaches Paulo Fonseca and Sergio Conceiçao this season. Advertisement Ibra also interviewed candidates for the sporting director role, but Furlani was tasked with appointing a new director after meeting with Gerry Cardinale this month. Sky Sport Italia already reported that 'internal balance' within the club would be discussed in the coming weeks. Ibrahimovic's recent distance from the first team, partially due to a flu, seems to suggest that his duties may change in 2025-26, provided that he keeps his role.
