At San Siro, it was almost a perfect evening, according to Torino coach Paolo Vanoli after his side’s 2-2 draw against AC Milan. He highlighted the team’s ongoing growth, acknowledging that while there is still room for improvement, they are making progress. “We need to be more fluid and productive,” he reflected. He pointed out that during tough moments, his players tend to revert to habits formed over three years of previous coaching. “This year, I aim to see a team that defends more effectively while keeping the ball at their feet,” he added.
Vanoli expressed a touch of disappointment, stating, “When you come to Milan, perform like that, and don’t win, it’s hard not to feel let down.” He recognized the quality of the opposing team and noted, “Their substitutions were impactful, while ours were forced.” Ahead of the match, he had called on his players to show courage and personality. “As long as we maintained certain situations, we were able to create chances,” he said.
On the topic of the eight minutes of added time, he remarked, “I was hoping for less… Were they excessive? Let’s not start that debate yet; it’s the first match of the season.” Vanoli took pride in the work ethic of the players he inherited, stating, “I commend my team, but the squad is still incomplete and needs to be strengthened,” which he mentioned has been a consistent message from the club’s president and sporting director. He concluded by emphasizing the importance of patience as they look to bring in targeted players.