Conceicao temporarily sets aside familial obligations as Milan gears up for the upcoming match against Juventus.

Conceicao temporarily sets aside familial obligations as Milan gears up for the upcoming match against Juventus.

AC Milan's newly appointed coach, Sergio Conceicao, expressed a desire for additional preparation time ahead of the Supercoppa Italiana match against Juventus. However, he reassured supporters that he would maintain a professional demeanor when facing his son, Francisco, who plays for Juventus. 

Conceicao took over as Milan's coach on Monday, shortly after the club's separation from Paulo Fonseca. His inaugural match will be the Supercoppa Italiana semi-final against Juventus on Friday, a contest for which he acknowledged he had limited time to prepare. "I have encountered a team that is humble, eager to learn, and keen to grasp the coach's expectations," he stated during a press conference on Thursday. 

"This is crucial; it forms the basis for quality work, in my view. Although our time for preparation has been short, we have effectively communicated what is required. If you had asked me whether I would prefer more time to work with all the players available, my answer would be affirmative." 

The former Porto manager will compete against a team that includes his son, Francisco Conceicao, but the 50-year-old emphasized that it would be a standard competitive scenario. "I am currently unwell with a cold and fever; if my eyes appear a bit glossy, that is the reason. At home, I am his father, but tomorrow he will be my adversary: he will approach it in the same manner," the elder Conceicao remarked. "I aim to win just as he aims to win. I hope to avoid making him happy."

In a separate press conference, Juventus manager Thiago Motta indicated that he had yet to determine whether Francisco Conceicao would start. "We will assess his participation; he is motivated to perform well, whether from the beginning or during the match. I believe the focus for him should solely be on facing a formidable team," Motta stated. 

Motta further noted that he regards Milan as a challenging opponent, regardless of the coaching situation. "We will certainly be prepared, as we understand what is required to compete against a distinguished team accustomed to significant competitions. What will matter is our performance, not theirs."

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