AC Milan

Attacking is the best defense. This philosophy was applied allenatore AC Milan Leonardo. Result, the nickname Rossoneri-Milan-won 5-2 (3-1) over Genoa at San Siro Stadium yesterday morning.

Without Alexandre Pato and Clarence Seedorf was injured in the last training session, Leonardo still play a 4-2-1-3 pattern. Brazilian coach was put on David Beckham to join Ronaldinho and Marco Borriello in the front lines.

Milan were dominating the game. They've got a chance since the 13th minute when Massimo Ambrossini dropped in the penalty area. Unfortunately, the execution countered Ronaldinhho Genoa goalkeeper Marco Amelia.

In the middle of the fun attacking, instead they conceded by Milan Giuseppe Sculli header at minute 25. But, increasingly Milan waves rushing attack to lead the offense again to Ambrossini in the penalty area on 32 minutes. This time, Ronaldinho was again failed.

After that, Milan added four successive goals. Additional goals were printed Thiago Silva in the 38th minute, Marco Borriello (48 and 60), and the execution of penalty Klass-Jan Huntelaar (74). Meanwhile, one other goal printed Genoa David Suazo in the 79th minute.

Attacking''is our best way to survive. We find the balance when the opponent can make trouble. Everything went great. We got five goals,''Leonardo light as reported by the Italian Football.

''I'm not interested in debating the balance and the tactics that we apply. I just want to see all the players work together and achieve this result. You can not always find a balance,''said the former Milan player.

Victory over Genoa to Milan remain in second place with 34 collection points. They left eight points behind Inter Milan. The results were at once became the capital of Milan Juventus to serve on next Monday morning (11 / 1).

''Now that our focus is to visit to Turin. We must remain sensible in enjoying the victory at San Siro. Our opponents will face heavy. It will not be easy for us to win against Juve, "he said as quoted Borriello Goal.

On the other hand, Genoa faction could only nan resigned to defeat that hurt. The absence of several players pillars, especially at the back, a scapegoat. "Giuseppe Biava is the only central defender who can play,''said Gian Piero Gasperini, Genoa coach.

"Sometimes it is good also to get results like this and learn a lot from them (Milan players). We played good enough on the field and could excel. But, too difficult for us to hold Milan,''he continued.

The defeat was confirmed Genoa as a team in trouble with the defense. Genoa Rossoblu-nickname-conceded 32 goals in 17 games. Only the caretaker team that conceded Siena more.

Problem position in the standings, Genoa is not so bad. In fact, they could be on top. However, the team's rivals Sampdoria sekota now stuck in the 13th position. "We still have not competitors in the Champions League zone. Our target only achieve as many points as possible,''said Gasperini.

Barcelona ugly trend

Barcelona ugly trend at the beginning of this year continues. Once again, at home, Carles Puyol et al failed to reap victory. After being held 1-1 draw with Villarreal in the Primera Liga arena (3 / 1), 1-2 Barca surrender even in the hands of Sevilla in the first leg last 16 of the Copa del Rey yesterday morning (6 / 1). Last season's champions had failed to defend the title at risk.

The defeat was caused question marks. Because, Barca look virtually full team. Andres Iniesta who had doubted his condition can also appear. Similarly derived Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the second half. Practically, only Seydou Keita and Yaya Toure are absent due to defend his country at the African Cup.

In contrast, Sevilla squad holes here and there. Recorded, Sevilla 11 regular players can not play. Frederic Kanoute including Luis Fabiano, Adriano, and Sebastien Squilacci.

In fact, it was the guests who made it out of the pressure and scored first. Namely, through Diego Capel in the 60th minute. Ibrahimovic had equalized through a counter attack in the 75th minute.

However, Alvaro Negredo ensure the visitors victory after only a minute after the goal by Ibra spot. Sevilla a penalty awarded after Capel was dropped on the forbidden box.

"The results of this game shows that Seville is not only 11 people. We've got 24 players who will fight for them to win," said Negredo, as quoted by the Associated Press.

Barca actually looked more fresh than when being held 1-1 draw with Villarreal in the Primera Liga arena (3 / 1). Until the first half hour game, they kept pressing. Two golden opportunities created by Lionel Messi. Also earned one occasion Daniel Alves. However, all failed to fruition a goal.

Barca Entrenador Josep Guardiola said the wrong squad for the match this time. Ibrahimovic, for example, should be revealed early. Likewise, Xavi and Gerard Pique.

"It's my fault," I Guardiola in the official press conference as quoted Goal. Guardiola's rotation does not aim to maintain the stamina players. But only for the club situation remains conducive. Guardiola dared to do so because Seville is also not in the best condition.

"I rotate the players because it's my job. At least until the club president (Joan Laporta, Red) to fire me. I make changes to keep the locker room to stay healthy," said Guardiola. "All players must want to perform. I must fulfill it because we needed them," he said.

Well, the mistake has now become a major problem because Barca had been lost. In fact, last season he made the same mistake and there's nothing to criticize. "Since that time we win. Actually, the case is the same," said Pep.

Thanks to the victory, the opportunity to drive Seville to the quarter finals greater. In addition to winning a goal, it is their turn next week to act as host. However, it does not make camp Sevilla quiet.

"We just made it through half the road. Still half way back to the quarter-finals," says Manolo Jimenez, Sevilla entrenador, as quoted Goal. "We played against the strongest teams in the world. Although our conditions are more favorable, still does not mean anything. Against Barcelona, we can not relax yet," he continued.

Jimenez could understand why Manchester City made a mistake rotation. However, what actually happens is Barcelona unable to maintain consistency in the three competitions at once. Well, he's using these weaknesses.

"They do have to optimize all the players. Rotation is important, but not like that," Jimenez criticism

AC Milan difference in numbers with Inter Milan

AC Milan may be perched in second place league standings Italian Serie A. But, there is a big homework to be completed. Namely, after the difference in numbers with Inter Milan, who occupied the top of the standings. -A nickname Rossoneri are now separated Milan-8 points with Inter.

Well, this month is a good chance for Inter Milan to pursue. Total, Rossoneri will melakoni all six games this month. Three action of which is the main competitor against Milan. Namely, Juventus (10 / 1), Inter (24 / 1), and Fiorentina (27 / 1). Before that, Milan entertain Genoa at the Stadio San Siro next morning (RCTI live broadcast at 02.45).

"We lost by Palermo (13/12/09, Red) after undefeated in ten fight. Now we are ready to play and go back to victory lane as we've ever spent," said Ignazio Abate, Milan right-back, as reported by Sky Sports.

"It's not easy beating Rossoblu (nicknamed Genoa, Red). But, we're very optimistic. After that, we must be prepared against Juventus. In a way, January is the month of determinants for our team," said Abate.

Milan got the energy injection in the presence of David Beckham. The player on loan from the Los Angeles Galaxy was added solid composition Rossoneri midfield.

Some players are injured and not fit in the first half of the season was ready to compete. Only remaining Christian Abbiati, Oguchi Onyewu, and Daniele Bonera is not fit. But, their position could be covered by other players.

"As a team, we have fulfilled an important goal, which is passed to the next round in the Champions League and second place Serie A. It was practically a good start," said Marco Borriello, Milan striker, as reported by Goal.

Facing Genoa, Milan front line will rely on Ronaldinho, Borriello and Alexandre Pato. They served disassemble Genoa fortress that had been somewhat fragile.

Genoa has a record of very poor penetration. They conceded 27 goals in 16 action. Tim besutan Gian Piero Gasperini's just better than Siena caretaker who conceded 28 goals in 17 games.

Not to mention, Genoa can not play two flagship central defender, who injured Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Salvatore Bocchetti to melakoni suspension.

However, Genoa has a solid front line, more productive than Milan. They have menceploskan 28 goals, while Milan's 23 goals. Genoa front lines to get an injection of energy with the presence of David Suazo from Inter.

"He (Suazo, Red) is a player who can provide for esktra strength of our team," said Gasperini, Genoa coach, told La Repubblica. Suazo is projected as a tandem Raffaele Palladino and Hernan Crespo.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid to waste the opportunity to match the acquisition of Barcelona at the top of the points standings. Cristiano Ronaldo et al instead follow the main rivals. Namely, the loss of two points following a 0-0 draw with Osasuna at the Reyno de Navarra yesterday early morning (4 / 1).

Real had to stay behind two points behind Barca (38-40). If the condition persists, Real have only one chance to overtake Real Madrid when the two teams head to head in the second volume of El Clasico in April next.

"We do everything, but could not score goals," complained the Real midfielder Marcelo. "The line of defense Osasuna very neatly organized, so we hard through," said the Brazilian player.

It's the second time Real failed to score in a game this season. The first occurred when Real from Barcelona lost 0-1 last November.

The results of the series at home to Osasuna deserved shame. Therefore, the real line Real attacker complete enough. Kaka minus only a few hours ahead of kickoff stated was not ready to play.

However, the stockade was raised Miguel Flano et al very tough. The proof, of the Real players shot 19, only four are seriously threatened goalkeeper Ricardo Lopez. One of the best opportunities available Gonzalo Higuain in the 65th minute. But Argentina's players kick the goalkeeper blocked.

Real entrenador efforts include Raul Manuel Pellegrini and Karim Benzema in the middle of the second half did not change the situation. "Reyno de Navarra stadium was not easy for us. The game there must be very intense," said Pellegrini was quoted as saying the United States.

Yes, Osasuna are hard to conquer at home. Barca caliber team was arrested draw in Pamplona. "From the beginning, we knew that it was not a friendly venue. On the one hand, we are happy to play well and still get points. But, still feels bitter because we were supposed to win," regret Sergio Ramos, Real defender, was quoted as saying the official site club.

On the other hand, clearly happy with Osasuna can pick points from a tough opponent like Real. Even so, an additional one point is not enough to lift them from the board down. Los Rojillos-term-Osasuna still trapped in ranked 12th with 17 points.

"I am very happy because it can draw against a team with a row of great players. We can control the game and not let Real Madrid pulled out the original capacity," beber Jose Antonio Camacho, Osasuna coach, to the U.S.. "Indeed, there are still shortcomings, which failed to score a goal. Actually, it was most important from a football match," he continued.

Satirical Camacho Pellegrini deems incompetent in handling the team for Real. "Real Player is still very young and very talented. Certainly easier than Osasuna Real coach," said former Spanish coach.

However, there is a positive side for Real. That is, they are not bothered with a solid agenda that matches this weekend. In contrast, Barca, opponents they will face, have to undergo severe action against Sevilla in the last 16 of the Copa del Rey.

"It's Copa del Rey will break their concentration. But, now we are more focused on ourselves first. We had to pick full points in the next game," said defender Ezequiel Garay to Real Soccernet