New AC Milan coach Amorim seeks 'family' and wins in debut

Ruben Amorim, the new coach of AC Milan, admitted to feeling anxious but resolute as he prepared for his debut league match against Torino. He emphasized the team's ambition to grow into a cohesive "family" and stressed the necessity of winning to initiate a new chapter.

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We don't just want to win all games, we need to win.

Amorim acknowledged that while the Scudetto is the ultimate objective, bridging the gap with rivals Inter Milan will require time. "We don't just want to win all games, we need to win," he stated, recognizing the difficulty ahead. He anticipates a "beautiful game to watch" but also feels the pressure inherent in coaching. "Every coach in the world knows they have to win every game."

The Portuguese coach desires an offensive team that controls possession and defends robustly, drawing parallels to the team's past defensive strength. He understands that the "final product" will take time to develop, focusing on creating a culture of family and shared purpose. "We need to create a culture to become a family, to go on a journey and become a group."

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Every coach in the world knows they have to win every game.

Inter Milan is identified as the team to beat. Regarding player Rafael Leão, Amorim downplayed his immediate importance for the upcoming match, stating, "Rafa is not important right now. Tomorrow's game is important. He is not ready to play, but he is one of our players." He praised the "sense of family" present since his arrival at Milanello, which he aims to instill in the players to foster a sense of belonging. He expects players to be courageous and adapt to different playing styles.

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We need to create a culture to become a family, to go on a journey and become a group.

Amorim singled out Cissé for his impressive performances, hoping he doesn't become overconfident. Matteo Gabbia, he noted, embodies the spirit of Milan. The coach also highlighted the significance of owner Gerry Cardinale's consistent presence and engagement with all staff, from kitchen workers to the Milan Lab, as a crucial signal for the club's return to greatness. Torino's coach, Ignazio Abate, a former Milan player, urged positivity and a passionate performance from his team.

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Rafa is not important right now. Tomorrow's game is important. He is not ready to play, but he is one of our players.