Turin, May 13 (LaPresse) – "I’m emotional. For me and for the players, it’s a great honor to be received here today. The Coppa Italia is deeply rooted in sporting history. As a Portuguese, I want to express a personal thought about Italy: this is a nation for which I have deep affection, and it has played a fundamental role in my life," said Milan head coach Sergio Conceição during the meeting at the Quirinale with President Sergio Mattarella and the Coppa Italia finalists.
"My arrival here marked a moment of personal growth — Italy has become a second home to me," he added. "Returning to Italy and coaching a prestigious club that has made national and international history is a great source of pride. Every day, we feel the respect and admiration that the name Milan evokes. Wearing these colors means carrying a part of Italian history — it’s an honor we try to deserve every day."