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Amorim urges fans to shift focus from starting eleven: “Needed in the second half”

By: Isak Möller Ruben Amorim has urged the AC Milan fans and the media to shift focus from the starting eleven, instead acknowledging the power of substitutions. One of the main talking points week in and week out since Amorim…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 1:00 PM
Amorim urges fans to shift focus from starting eleven: “Needed in the second half”
Key Things to Know
  • Amorim urged supporters to focus less on starting lineups and value the strength of substitutes.
  • The manager highlighted the positive impact made by his substitutes over the opening five matches.
  • He stated heavy scheduling with two days between games prevents relying on the same eleven players.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manager Amorim has urged fans to look beyond his starting lineups and recognize the value of squad depth from the bench. Speaking in an interview with Sky Italia Insider, he explained that match preparation requires planning for what is needed during the second half, highlighting how his substitutions have consistently made a positive impact across the team's opening five games.

Amorim emphasized that playing matches every two days makes it impossible to rely on the exact same starting eleven every time. Pointing to impactful substitute performances in matches against Lazio and Venezia, including the introduction of Diego Moreira, he reiterated that all squad members must remain ready to contribute.

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