Albertini said before the match at Stadio Olimpico: "I really like Alessandro Amorim, but don't ask him for the league title; his goal is the Champions League. For Lazio, if their start is any indication..."

Demetrio Albertini's career has been filled with success: besides winning five league titles and one Champions League trophy with AC Milan, he also won the Coppa Italia with Lazio. Tomorrow, these two teams will meet at Stadio Olimpico. The AC Milan team where Albertini played was once unbeaten, and Lazio, where he also played, is also a strong team that has continuously added trophies to its cabinet. Tomorrow's match will have a different backdrop: both teams have started well, but are still in a process of integration.

Demetrio, did you expect Lazio to be in first place in the league, with AC Milan behind them?

Honestly, no, I didn't expect it. It's surprising, but only three matches have been played, so it's clearly too early to draw conclusions. What's happening in Rome surprised me, because the difficulties there could completely affect the team, coaching staff, and players, but it seems that hasn't happened.

Gattuso is always interested in the toughest challenges. Can he restart his managerial career after the disappointment with the national team?

Rino knows the situation; perhaps he didn't expect it to be this complicated. But at the same time, he's winning, and he's winning well. I repeat, the team hasn't been affected by external circumstances. However, from a former player's perspective, it's not easy to completely isolate yourself from the outside world in some cases. Moreover, the transfer market doesn't help, but everyone has adapted to this situation and is doing their best.

On the other hand, Amorim has the support of the fans, but the outside world clearly demands that he must qualify for the Champions League. Is that realistic?

The difficulty is starting from scratch, and unfortunately, this has happened too often in recent years. Coaches, players, tactical ideas—everything is new, and it will certainly take time, especially when difficulties are likely to be encountered in the future. The plan must be trusted and supported. I really like Amorim; finally, we can see a team playing more freely, and individual players are showing more courage. There are clearly many skilled players on the field in one-on-one situations, which might also bring some hidden defensive risks, but I still want to emphasize that he needs support.

Time and patience: will Serie A give him these?

It must. Some changes cannot be seen in a month; perhaps in December, we'll know how deeply this new concept has taken root in the team. We need to learn to be more patient with coaches and players. Today, more than ever, passionate football is needed, and this takes time. Since we can no longer afford to buy Messi, Haaland, or Mbappé, we must build something ourselves. And this process takes time and trust.

Inter Milan and Roma are ahead of everyone and competing for the league title. Then there's AC Milan, Como, Napoli, and Juventus.

So, is it too early to link AC Milan with the league title now?

Their goal should be to return to the Champions League, which is already very difficult. Now there are six teams competing for four spots: Inter Milan, Roma, Napoli, Juventus, Como, and AC Milan. Inter Milan and Roma are currently ahead of everyone and competing for the league title. AC Milan at least must try to stay at the top and continue dreaming. The team's actions in the transfer market also reflect their ambitions for Champions League qualification. As for the Europa League, they're not starting as favorites, but they have a chance to go far. European competition always gives teams experience.

Do you like Ramos?

At Venezia, he scored a genuine striker's goal, with very good movement and a very quick shot. He needs the best support so he can fully prove his worth with goals and performances. So, Ramos is good, but I'd also like to see Camarda.

Should more opportunities be given to young players?

I hope to be bolder in promoting young players. Amorim has proven in the past that he has this approach, and he makes decisions not based on age or established hierarchy, but on who is ready, regardless of whether they're young or not. I would give a chance to Camarda, and also to Comotto, who is highly regarded and very good. Foreign coaches have this culture and find it easier to make certain decisions; in Italy, especially in recent years, it's always complicated.

If Modrić heard this...

About 10 days ago, I spoke with him at a football gala, and we spent time together. Amorim really wants to make the game more intense, that's true, but Luka is in good physical condition, and in this one-on-one tactical environment, he'll also feel more protected and get more support. That's why I understand the choice to place Smail Musa alongside him, because he looks like a different type of player...

Lazio's Goal

On paper, they're not competing for the Champions League, but what happens on the field might give a different answer. If their start is any indication...

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