CESC FABREGAS'S PHILOSOPHY: COMO COACH PREFERS LOSS OVER 'PARKING THE BUS'
Despite the 4-0 defeat to Inter, Como coach Cesc Fabregas maintains his attacking philosophy, stating, "I'd rather lose like this than park the bus."
Cesc Fabregas maintains that despite the 4-0 score, he didn't see a big difference between Como and Inter. He added, I'd rather lose like this than park the bus with a 5-4-1.
Como, previously one of the league's top teams with the division's best defence, hadn't allowed more than one goal in a game until this match.
Inter came out strong, with goals from Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Carlos Augusto.
Fabregas is sticking with his vision for Como.
"Analysing this tough 4-0 loss is hard," Fabregas told DAZN Italia.
It's tough to explain, and people might disagree, but I didn't see a big difference between the teams tonight. I just saw a world-class attack.
When asked if he considered changing his approach against Inter's strong press, Fabregas said:
I thought about it, but I decided against it. I'm happy with that decision, even if it sounds crazy.
I think my team grew today. You don't often get that when you win, and everyone calls you a genius. You learn more from a big loss and appreciate things more.
Como got 60 points in the last 38 Serie A games, which is great! Como is on the right track. We lost to a really good team today.
You could defend with a packed defence, but I'd rather lose playing our way than do that.
Inter scored their second goal when Como had their best chances, which Tasos Douvikas and Alex Valle missed.
When we felt like we could score, their second goal was just sad for us, Fabregas said.
After their third goal, we gave up, which is normal with such a young team.
Before this weekend, Como was unbeaten in 11 Serie A games and only three points behind Inter. This loss at San Siro hurt their ambitions.
Fabregas still plans to stick to his philosophy.
Inter had three chances in the first 20 minutes, but not because our press was bad. It was from long balls. We won the ball back a lot, played with courage, and went at them.
It's like pressing high against Barcelona with Xavi, Iniesta, and Messi. They can beat that first press. I warned about that.
We need to learn to handle the frustration in those situations. I was close to Bastoni and Dimarco on the sidelines. They know the game inside and out, and I'm learning a lot as a coach.
Fabregas said he'll be back at San Siro to see Inter play Liverpool in the Champions League.
It's a tough loss, but Inter deserved it. They are a very strong team, and I'll be here watching them play Liverpool to keep learning. We'll keep our heads up and move forward.
PULISIC HITS BACK: MILAN STAR SHUTS DOWN 2026 GOAL DROUGHT CONCERNS
"I haven't stopped dreaming." Christian Pulisic addresses his goal drought and the frustration of missing out on the Gold Cup squad.
Christian Pulisic isn’t holding back. When critics started questioning his recent form and worried about his 2026 goal drought, he shut them down, calling those concerns “bad questions". The AC Milan forward, fresh off his Time magazine cover, still trusts his ability to step up for the USMNT as they gear up to co-host the World Cup.
All eyes are on him.
The U.S. is set to share the stage for the 2026 World Cup, and Pulisic is set to become the go-to guy for the national team. Landing on the cover of Time isn’t something soccer stars from America get every day, and it just shows how big a deal he’s become, especially after proving himself in Europe. But right as people are finally giving him mainstream recognition, he’s under the microscope for not putting up his usual numbers in front of the goal.
He’s not fazed by the dip.
When Time asked about his goal drought and how he’s handling not scoring for club or country this year, Pulisic didn’t mince words; he’s not sweating it. “I plan on scoring goals. Such bad questions. I’m not concerned about it, man.” You can hear the confidence in his voice.
Dealing with the noise
Pulisic admits this stretch feels extra tough. Missing out on last June’s Gold Cup squad hurt him, mostly because he’s used to shutting people up with his play. “Normally, I just go out there and score, and that quiets everybody. Right now, I’m in my offseason, so everyone’s talking, and I can’t do anything about it. That’s what’s frustrating.”
For Pulisic, attacking is everything. “Going at the goal, creating attacks, that’s what I live for. Sure, you have to do all the other stuff: defend, run, whatever. That’s fine. But what really gives me joy is finding ways to score and actually scoring.”
Chasing the dream
The U.S. opens their World Cup run against Paraguay at the SoFi Stadium on June 12, and Pulisic will lead the team right here at home. He doesn’t like making big public predictions, but at 27, he keeps that childhood dream alive. “That’s just not how I work. But I’ll lie in bed and imagine myself holding the World Cup trophy. I did that when I was a kid, and I haven’t stopped. You need to believe. Why not?”
WHY DID LAUTARO MARTINEZ REJECT A CAREER-DEFINING MOVE TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE?
"I love Milan." Read why 28-year-old Lautaro Martinez rejected Manchester United and Arsenal to stay at the San Siro in 2026.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has clearly put an end to any speculation about leaving San Siro, making it known that he has no plans to entertain offers from Europe’s top clubs. Even with regular links to teams like Barcelona, Manchester United, and Arsenal, the Argentine forward is fully committed to what’s happening in Milan.
Martinez has been quite vocal about his dedication to Inter amid constant rumours about his future. Despite frequent connections to some of the biggest clubs on the continent, he insists there’s no reason for him to move on from the current Serie A champions.
Media reports have often tied him to Barcelona, PSG, Arsenal, and Manchester United. But through various transfer windows, Martinez has consistently pushed back on the idea of leaving Inter. At 28, he remains a key figure in the team’s current setup and has stepped up as the club’s captain and on-field leader.
In an interview with Cronache di Spogliatoio, Martinez expressed his loyalty to Inter’s project. He made it clear that he isn’t interested in changing clubs despite the speculation.
He said, “No, because I am faithful to the Inter project, I feel at home here. My family is happy, we have a restaurant in the city, and we love Milan. From the first day, everyone treated me in a way I didn’t think possible. I achieved so many personal and team goals here.”
Success on the pitch seems to deepen his connection to the club. Inter recently secured another league title and continues to chase trophies, including the Coppa Italia. On an individual level, Martinez is eyeing the Capocannoniere prize as Serie A’s top scorer. His steady performances underline why he’s considered one of the most reliable forwards in European football.
Since his move from Racing Club in 2018, Martinez has become the defining presence in Inter’s modern lineup. With 173 goals over 372 competitive games, it’s clear how vital he is to the team.
Looking ahead, the club sees Martinez as a central piece in their long-term plans. His leadership and scoring ability make him hard to replace. Settled both on and off the field in Milan, he seems set on continuing his story at the Giuseppe Meazza, despite ongoing interest from Europe’s elite clubs.
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