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| Ancelotti dismantles 'Kaka problem' |
Saturday 6 December, 2008 |
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Carlo Ancelotti accused newspapers of trying to create 'a Kaka problem' after the Milan star's vocal complaints.
The Brazilian moaned that his effectiveness was “limited” by having to make way for Ronaldinho down the left flank.
“Kaka still has the keys to the squad, like many other players. Milan still depend on him and I don't see the problem,” explained the Rossoneri Coach.
“He plays in a deeper role and for this reason he doesn't score as many goals. This is a moment of reflection, not of uneasiness. We all work together for the good of the team.
“I can see that the newspapers are trying to create a 'Kaka problem', something that in reality does not exist. If we want to talk about his scoring rate, then obviously it depends only on his new position.
“He does what I ask of him and for that reason I am fully satisfied with his campaign. Let's just say Kaka is 70 per cent right now and I am happy with that.”
Ancelotti has other things to consider, as he must get the Rossoneri back on track this Sunday against Catania to maintain any hope of winning the Scudetto.
“We want to do well against a very dangerous side, as Walter Zenga has brought grit and innovation to Catania. It is an extremely important game that is a crucial test of our potential.”
Above all, a win is needed to boost confidence after two consecutive defeats against Palermo and Coppa Italia opponents Lazio.
The points become even more important considering that next week they face a head-to-head Scudetto showdown with Juventus.
“We have to win for ourselves, but also to prepare for the Juventus match. In any case, we must play one game at a time and cannot be already thinking ahead.”
Alexandre Pato, Andrea Pirlo, Massimo Ambrosini, Marco Borriello, Daniele Bonera and the flu-hit Pippo Inzaghi are out of action, while Gennaro Gattuso could be rested because he is one booking away from a ban.
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