The spider's web

Franco Ordine analyzes Milan's tactical masterclass against Genoa, highlighting how prolonged possession and pressing suffocated their opponents.

Milan dominated Genoa with a tactical display centered on controlling the midfield through Modrić and Rabiot's presence. The team's strategy involved extended possession in the first half (63%) to neutralize Genoa's counter-attacking threat, then applying sudden, fierce pressure on Genoa's defenders as they exited their area.

This approach proved decisive, with goals from Çisé and Pulisic stemming from turnovers forced by this pressing.

Ordine notes that Milan's performance demonstrates what the team can achieve at full strength with key players deployed from the start. However, he also highlights the defensive challenges Amorim faced, with Pavlović unavailable forcing improvised solutions: Diawara at center-back and Musah at left-back.

The use of Terracciano—a right-footed player—as a second left-sided center-back late in the match signals Amorim's message to the club about January transfer needs.

With injuries to Tomori, Pavlović, Loftus-Cheek and potentially Gabbia, and long-term absences for Saelemaekers and Chukwueze (returning in February/March), Milan must manage with current resources until the winter window. Ordine suggests addressing the deputy to Ramos remains unresolved, with Camarda rarely called upon.