A day before the highly anticipated AC Milan match, Coach Cristian Chivu sat in his office, a large tactical board dominating the wall.
Across from him sat his assistant manager, a calm, experienced man named Roberto Mancini (Current: 88).
Mancini, a former Inter player and manager, had a deep understanding of Italian football.
"Roberto," Chivu began, his voice serious, "this is it. The Derby. Our first league match. And against our city rivals, who are clearly flying high with Simons."
Mancini nodded, his gaze fixed on the tactical board.
"Simons is a problem, Cristian. His 'Shooting' and 'Dribbling' are top-tier. He's their main creative force."
"Indeed," Chivu agreed.
"We need to nullify him. But we also need to impose our game. Our 4-4-2. Our new attacking philosophy." He picked up a marker.
