Ever since Tuscanians are back in elite, Milan won just once at Picchi in last 3 years. Livorno`s problem seems to be that a hot atmosphere is just not enough for them to win. Their performance throughout 2008 was very bad, and it`s very surprising that Spinelli did not fire Camolese. The impulsive president will retire at the end of the season, but will continue to make decisions from a distance. He did make some statements about firing the coach, but the players took Camolese`s side. There`s a heavy schedule ahead for Livorno, they`ll make a trip to Bergamo and also Empoli, after Milano, and play at home against Torino. They do stand some chance, but seem very out of shape, Tavano can`t seem to get back on track after his injury and there`s no better option for the attacks than him. They were defeated to Cagliari at Picchi recently and it was a game to show Livorno truly lack ideas when attacking. It`s no wonder they drawn most of their games to direct rivals in last few months.
Regardless of their title of World Champion, it is still a lost season for Milan. This generation showed their time is over, by failing in the Championship and also in the Champions League and Rossoneris will have to sign over few stars and younger players to refresh their aging squad. Clearly they aspire for Ronaldinho and Zambrotta most of all, and Berlusconi also announced a typical forward joining. It could be Drogba but Van Nistelrooy is also in the game. One of the largest problems is the position of goalkeeper as well as few young players in the defense. Not playing in the Champions League might be a problem, but money certainly isn`t. Large investments are expected and the title will be their primary target. Of course, Brazilian tandem Kaka - Pato will be the foundation of the new Milan.
I think Milan`s shape is on the rise, with Kako and recovered Pato, Rossoneris should be able to score another win and remain in the race for 4th position. They`ll await the news from Florence, where Violes will play against Samp, Ancelotti hopes that Fiorentina`s playing in the UEFA Cup will additionally exhaust the rival, but Mialno will hardly get hold of 4th place, even if they gain all 12 points before the end. Their win for this game, however, should not be questioned.