Can high preseason expectations be a team's worst enemy? Join us as Davy & Chin to passionately dissect AC Milan's unexpectedly rocky start of the season. Sitting 14th on the table, Milan's defensive lapses and failure to convert preseason promise into official match success have left fans disillusioned. We scrutinize the early performance of new coach Fonseca, drawing uneasy comparisons with his predecessor, Pioli, and expressing our surprise over the team's lack of cohesion.

We dive into a fiery debate about player accountability and coaching dynamics, sparked by a controversial post-game interview after the Parma loss. How do stars like Rafael Leao and Theo Hernandez respond to criticism compared to elites like those under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City? Leadership and responsibility take center stage as we question whether players are undermining Fonseca's authority and explore the challenges he faces in establishing control and implementing effective changes in training and match tactics.

Finally, we tackle pressing issues like inconsistent team selections and midfield struggles that have plagued Milan. Focusing on tactical adjustments, we deliberate on better utilizing players like Benassi, Fofana, and Tijani Reinders to improve pressing and overall performance. Despite the frustrations, we highlight promising aspects like Pavlovich's performance and the importance of supporting the team through this turbulent period. Tune in for an in-depth critique of Fonseca's coaching and a hopeful look ahead at Milan's potential to turn their season around.

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