However, while fans anticipate a gathering of legends, the absence of key figures such as Paolo Maldini, Kaka, and Andriy Shevchenko, has raised eyebrows and sparked discussions among supporters.

"Shevchenko`s injury did not help us, " he added. "We also suffered when Maldini went off, as we were just starting to assert.

SIENA, ITALY: AC Milan's captain Paolo Maldini (R) jubilates with his teammates Andrea Pirlo (L) ... [+] and Ukrainian striker Andryi Shevchenko after the first goal against Siena, during their ...

PARMA, ITALY - DECEMBER 28: Daniel Maldini of Monza in action during the Serie A match between Parma and Monza at Stadio Ennio Tardini on December 28, 2024 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro ...