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On this week’s episode of Davy & Chin Talk Milan, recorded a day after Milan’s convincing 3-0 victory over Bologna, we break down all the action. Goals from Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Nkunku, and Rabiot set the tone for an in-depth discussion on Milan’s approach compared to their draw against Roma the previous week. Davy praised the team’s attacking mindset, while Chin highlighted Bologna’s recent poor form as a factor in the dominant win.

We dive into Max Allegri’s surprising lineup decisions, including Loftus-Cheek replacing Leao and Athekame stepping in for Alexis Salamakers, and discuss the continued use of the 3-5-2 formation. Despite absences, Milan’s clinical performance underscores Allegri’s effective game management, keeping them in the Scudetto conversation, even with a five-point gap behind city rivals Inter and 15 games remaining.

The debate on Milan’s defence heats up with Koni Dewinter’s impressive form seemingly earning him Tomori’s spot in the starting XI. Davy acknowledges Tomori’s experience and unique contributions, while Chin appreciates Dewinter’s composure and balance on the field. Both highlight the contrasting strengths of these center backs, from Tomori’s power and pace to Dewinter’s calmness and consistency.

In midfield, we examine Youssouf Fofana’s role alongside Rabiot and Modric. Davy values Fofana’s mobility and physicality over Ricci’s style, noting his ability to control the box despite occasional misses. Chin agrees but points out Fofana’s limited scoring. We also discuss the potential impact of Jashari next season and why Modric remains essential.

The episode also touches on Milan’s winter transfer window, including the failed Mateta transfer due to medical reasons. While both agree the club wasn’t overly ambitious, they see it as reasonable given the squad depth and weekly match schedule.

Davy remains optimistic about Milan’s Scudetto chances, while Chin is more cautious, focusing on securing a top-four finish. Tune in for thoughtful analysis, lively debates, and insights on Milan’s season so far.

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In last night’s episode of Davy & Chin Talk Milan, we break down AC Milan’s recent run of unconvincing performances, starting with the chaotic win away at Como. Chin believes Milan were fortunate to take all three points and questions whether Massimiliano Allegri is the right long-term solution. In his view, the current style clashes with Milan’s identity, relying too heavily on defensive football and counterattacks — an approach he doesn’t believe can succeed in Europe.

Davy agrees the performances have been far from convincing, but offers a different perspective. He argues that Allegri is doing what’s necessary to grind out results and keep Milan on track for a return to European football next season. Given Milan’s recent transfer strategy, which doesn’t suggest a clear Scudetto push, Davy feels Allegri deserves some understanding rather than outright blame.

The conversation then shifts to Milan’s 1–1 draw against Roma at the Olimpico, where both hosts agree Milan were second best and arguably lucky to come away with a point. Davy believes the issue isn’t Allegri’s formation but his player selection — pointing to the lack of chemistry between Nkunku and Leão, especially in transition, where possession was repeatedly lost and build-up play suffered. Chin, however, places the responsibility squarely on Allegri, arguing that the players look uncomfortable executing a system that doesn’t suit their strengths.

We also discuss Modrić’s fatigue and Allegri’s limited options from the bench. Davy stresses that squad players must step up when key starters are tired or out of form, noting that Milan’s bench has failed to provide the necessary impact in recent matches.

Finally, we debate the Scudetto race. Chin admits he’s already lost belief in a title challenge, convinced that Inter Milan looks unstoppable and that Milan’s inconsistency will be costly. Davy, while acknowledging the growing gap, insists the title race isn’t over yet — even with Milan sitting five points behind their city rivals.

A balanced, passionate, and honest discussion on where Milan stand — and where they might be heading.

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Davy & Chin Talk AC Milan is back in action — and so are the debates.

In this first podcast episode of the New Year, the boys dive deep into Milan’s summer mercato and ask the big question: Did Milan over-trim the squad and fail to fix key problems?

Davy believes the Rossoneri made a major mistake going into the season with Santiago Giménez as the only recognized striker, leaving the attack unbalanced. Chin agrees the striker situation was risky — but argues that trimming the squad was necessary given Milan’s reduced fixture list this season.

The conversation heats up as the duo breaks down Milan’s struggles against bottom-table teams, where 11 crucial points were dropped, with opposing views on what’s really to blame:

Is it the lack of a proper No. 9?

Are players like Leão and Nkunku misused outside the box?

Or is Max Allegri’s rigid and cautious 3-5-2 system killing creativity and flair?

The episode also covers Milan’s frustrating performances against Genoa and Fiorentina, where four points slipped away, before turning to the arrival of Niclas Füllkrug from West Ham — what he brings and whether he’s enough to change Milan’s fortunes.

The show wraps up with a preview of Milan’s upcoming away clash against Como and what Allegri’s men must do to avoid another costly slip.

And lastly, Chin disappoints Davy with his Scudetto prediction.

This is Davy & Chin Talk AC Milan.

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A derby decided by patience, structure, and one ruthless run into the box. We open with gratitude for 5,000 downloads, then dive straight into how Milan absorbed Inter’s early pressure, trusted the block, and leaned on Mike Maignan’s brilliance to keep the door open until Christian Pulisic slammed it shut. Allegri’s plan looked nothing like the frantic derbies of the past: compact lines, disciplined wingbacks, and selective pressure that turned emotion into control.

From there, we tackle the theme that now defines Milan’s season: big-game excellence vs small-game frustration. The 3-5-2 thrives when opponents want the ball, but against low blocks, the lack of a true No. 9 and limited creativity becomes the sticking point. We debate shape vs personnel, why a January striker is non-negotiable, and how a fit Pulisic-Leao pairing changes the geometry of every attack. Our midfield breakdown centers on role clarity—Modric’s composure, Rabiot’s positioning, and why Fofana should be a destroy-and-give operator instead of a do-everything box-to-box.

At the back, we examine Tomori’s recovery safety net, Gabbia’s positioning, and Pavlovic’s aggression, plus the emergence of Battezzaghi as a smart, disciplined wingback who reads wingers’ strong feet and wins small duels that matter. We also get into the spiky Tomori-on-the-ball debate, not to pick sides but to show how build-out choices shape chance quality. Then it’s the title race: why Roma look like a durable dark horse but lack big-game wins, what Napoli and Inter signal for the winter stretch, and why a one-game-per-week schedule magnifies chemistry and sharpness.

If you want tactics you can actually spot on the pitch, honest player assessments, and a clear view of where a title push lives or dies, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share with a fellow Milanista, and tell us: should Milan change shape against low blocks, or double down and sign a pure No. 9?

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San Siro felt warm again as Pioli returned to applause, but the glow faded fast once the football started telling the truth. We break down a nervy win over Fiorentina and a costly draw with Pisa to reveal a simple, stubborn reality: Milan controls games without turning that control into clean, repeatable chances. The biggest fault line runs through the No. 9—Leão’s two recent goals help, yet playing him centrally mutes the very chaos that makes him elite on the wing. Meanwhile, Santi Gimenez’s drought is now a tactical and psychological problem, not just a cold streak.

We get specific on profiles and partnerships. Leão thrives wide with space to burst; he struggles as a back-to-goal reference against compact blocks. Pairing him with a true striker or second forward (Nkunku deserves a start) restores width, penalty-box presence, and better spacing for late runners. Creativity remains thin without Pulisic and an often-absent Loftus-Cheek, and the midfield loses its balance when Rabiot sits: Modric can’t conduct if Fofana is forced to progress instead of protecting. Saelemaekers wins praise for availability and work rate—incremental growth matters—but the final third still needs a sharper edge.

We also look ahead. Atalanta in Bergamo is precisely the kind of match where selection clarity matters: choose profiles that create one more clean chance than the low block concedes. January should be precise, not busy—one efficient box striker who attacks crosses and second balls, and a versatile defender to protect wide-central channels. Overbuilding risks minutes crunch in a World Cup year; one backup per position is the sweet spot. Turn sterile dominance into sharp chances, and the table will move.

If you’re riding this title chase with us, tap follow, share the show with a fellow Milanista, and drop your take: start Leão wide with a true 9, or keep the experiment alive? Your call could be the difference between grit and glory.

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Turin gave us a clean sheet, a roar from Maignan, and a knot in the stomach about missed chances. We walked through that draw with Juventus from both angles—control and composure on one hand, a lack of bite on the other—and used it to ask bigger questions about how this Milan wins the matches that define a season.

We get candid about Rafael Leão: the movement is back, the threat is real, but the finishes have to land. In a 3-5-2, the margins are thin; your forwards must be ruthless and your off-ball work relentless. We break down what that means for Leão’s role, what Giménez still offers with pressing shape. 

Midfield minutes matter now. Modrić can still run a game at 40, but we talk about protecting his legs, creating a clear pathway for Ríči, and keeping Fofana’s engine central to the press. We also tackle the Maignan contract straight on: elite shot-stopper, distribution that starts attacks, timing that swings results—this is a spine decision you want settled early. With Saelemaekers out, we examine the right flank, where Athakame’s defensive stability needs help from patterns, not isolation, to generate better chances.

Then it’s Fiorentina. Pioli returns under pressure, which makes this one tricky, but the plan is simple: keep the defensive platform intact, flip play quickly to their weak side, and get Pulisic and the striker on the end of clean looks. We share our predicted approaches up top and the in-game tweak that can tilt tight matches.

If you’re tracking AC Milan tactics, Allegri’s rotation philosophy, Leão’s development, Maignan’s future, and the Serie A title race, this is a deep, no-fluff breakdown. Listen, subscribe, and drop a review—what’s your XI for Fiorentina, and who should start up front?

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One goal in three minutes can rewrite a week’s worth of doubt. We break down how Milan seized control against Napoli with a crisp transition, a disciplined midfield triangle, and a back line that finally looks like a unit. Christian Pulisic stands out for his decision speed and relentless box arrivals, while Luka Modrić—yes, at 40—quietly conducts the match by dictating tempo, closing lanes, and telling everyone where to stand. Add Rabiot’s engine and Fofana’s late runs, and the 3-5-2 feels less like an experiment and more like muscle memory.

We also go deep on the details that decide big games: how an early lead feeds Allegri’s “keep it simple” plan, why Napoli kept getting pushed wide, and what changed once the left flank started closing space on Politano. The penalty and red card? We dissect the sequence without losing the larger point—organized suffering wins titles. Through it all, Maignan’s presence reduces chaos, and the back three’s consistency keeps the box calm.

Up front, the conversation turns pragmatic. Leão’s return adds gravity even as he plays his way to full sharpness, while Santi Giménez’s work rate meets the non-negotiables but raises questions about his finishing. We talk striker profiles, January needs, and how to preserve Modrić’s legs without losing the blueprint. Depth is solid in midfield, thinner at wingback, and promising at center-back if young profiles are developed in the right roles.

This is a turning-point performance that raises the ceiling: clearer identity, smarter transitions, cleaner game states, and two match-winners who tilt defences. We close by eyeing Juventus with a simple mandate—own the middle, manage loads, and trust the structure. If you felt the belief grow, you’re not alone. Subscribe, share with a fellow Milanista, and drop your Juve prediction in the comments.

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Milan's victory over Bologna offers a glimpse into Allegri's vision for the Rossoneri—pragmatic, defensively sound, and ruthlessly efficient. The narrow 1-0 win at San Siro exemplifies a philosophical shift that prioritizes results over entertainment, raising questions about the balance between winning and developing an exciting brand of football.

At the heart of Milan's approach sits a robust midfield trio of 40-year-old Luka Modric flanked by the physical presence of Adrien Rabiot and Youssouf Fofana. This controversial selection has proven effective at nullifying opposition attacks—Bologna failed to register a single shot on target—but comes at the cost of creative spark. The immediate integration of Rabiot while young talents like Samuel Ricci warm the bench, has divided fan opinion, highlighting the tension between immediate results and long-term development.

Defensively, Milan shows promising signs with Matteo Gabbia emerging as a surprise leader alongside Strahinja Pavlović and Fikayo Tomori. When called upon, young Koni De Winter demonstrated remarkable composure, suggesting depth in defensive options. However, Mike Maignan's recurring calf injury continues a worrying pattern that raises questions about his long-term reliability between the posts. Looking ahead, Rafael Leão's impending return presents an intriguing tactical puzzle for Allegri—how will he accommodate Milan's most talented attackers without compromising the defensive solidity that has become his trademark? As Serie A takes shape with Napoli impressing and Inter struggling, Milan's pragmatic approach may prove the foundation for a surprise title challenge if they can maintain consistency while gradually introducing more attacking flair. Join us next time as we analyze Milan's approach against Udinese and continue tracking the Rossoneri's evolution under Allegri's second tenure.

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The sweet taste of victory returns to AC Milan as Allegri's men secure a 2-0 win against Lecce in their second Serie A fixture of the season. After a disappointing opening match defeat, the Rossoneri have bounced back with a performance that, while not spectacular, showcases the pragmatic approach that may define this new era.

We explore the tactical choices shaping Milan's identity under Allegri, especially his controversial midfield selections that favour physicality over creativity. The ongoing reliance on Modric, Fofana, and Loftus-Cheek raises questions about how young talents will find their role in this system. With Rabiot's arrival, the midfield puzzle becomes even more intriguing – will Allegri's preference for strong, defensively reliable players pay off as the season unfolds?

The transfer window has caused significant shifts in the Milan squad, with several surprising outs, including Musah moving to Atalanta. We examine how these changes mirror the realities of a squad without Champions League football and the personal goals of players seeking regular minutes before the World Cup. Defensively, concerns persist despite new signings, with Tomori remaining the team's most reliable option at the back. Looking ahead to Bologna after the international break, we anticipate another tough match that will test Milan's new pragmatism against a team that beat them in last season's Coppa Italia final. Meanwhile, across the city, Inter's unexpected loss to Udinese adds another interesting layer to a Serie A campaign where the usual powerhouses show early vulnerabilities.

Will Allegri's focus on results over style lead Milan back to glory? Subscribe and follow for more insights as the season unfolds.

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Max Allegri's return to the Milan bench has started with an unwelcome surprise as the Rossoneri fell 2-1 to relegation candidates Cremonese at a packed San Siro. This defeat immediately exposes vulnerabilities that plagued Milan throughout the previous campaign – specifically, an inability to convert chances against defensive opponents and a fragile mentality that seems to persist despite the coaching change.

The 3-5-2 formation employed by Allegri raises significant tactical questions. With a midfield trio of Fofana, Loftus-Cheek, and 40-year-old Modric, Milan lacked the creativity and progressive passing needed to break down Cremonese's organized defence. Despite generating 24 shots, the quality of chances remained poor, with only six finding the target and an xG of just 1.88. Most concerning was seeing veteran Modric emerge as Milan's standout performer, suggesting deeper issues within the squad.

Without the injured Rafael Leão, Milan's attack appeared one-dimensional and predictable. Santiago Gimenez struggled as a lone striker, often isolated and unable to create space for himself against physical defenders. Pulisic and Saelemaekers, while industrious, couldn't provide the spark of unpredictability needed to unlock a stubborn defence. The search for a clinical striker continues to be urgent, with names like Haaland being discussed as potential solutions to Milan's finishing problems.

Defensively, the back three of Tomori, Gabbia, and Pavlovic failed to provide the solidity expected from an Allegri team. The absence of a commanding center-back comfortable in possession further complicated Milan's build-up play. With rivals securing opening weekend victories, Milan already find themselves playing catch-up in what promises to be a competitive Serie A season.

Friday's match against Lecce now takes on added importance as Allegri searches for the right balance and formation to get his team back on track. Will he persist with the 3-5-2 or return to the 4-2-3-1 that served Milan well in recent seasons? The potential return of Leão could provide a much-needed spark, but fundamental questions about midfield balance and defensive organization remain. Join us as we continue to follow Milan's journey under Allegri's second tenure.

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