“A team that has made history”: Boban on AC Milan’s 125th anniversary celebration

As AC Milan prepares to celebrate its 125th anniversary during the upcoming match against Genoa, the event has sparked a mix of emotions among club legends. The prestigious Italian club, founded in 1899, has a rich history that has touched the lives of many players and fans alike.

During a post-Champions League analysis on Sky Sport, former Milan stars Zvonimir Boban and Fabio Capello shared their thoughts on the upcoming celebration. Their exchange revealed an interesting contrast in their involvement with the event.

Capello mentioned that he had received an invitation to the 125th-anniversary celebration but regrettably couldn’t attend due to a prior commitment abroad. However, Boban’s response painted a different picture.

“A team that has made history, Milan is history: a magnificent and fantastic club,” Boban expressed passionately. “Once you understand how elegant it is, how much winning is inside, you never detach from those colors. I wasn’t born a Milan fan, but my father was a ‘Riveriano,’ and when Milan sought me out, he told me to go immediately.”

Despite his evident love for the club, Boban revealed a surprising detail: “I nurture, have nurtured, and will nurture for life great love for this club that didn’t invite me for the 125 years, but it doesn’t matter. Of course, I’m saddened, but I say this without resentment: I will celebrate the 125 years by being proud to have been a part of it.”

The former Croatian midfielder’s words reflect a complex relationship with the club, possibly stemming from past disagreements. Nevertheless, his affection for Milan remains undiminished.

Boban added a personal touch to his statement, saying, “My son is a crazy Milan fan, my father is a ‘Riveriano,’ and we will watch the Genoa match hoping for a victory and that there will be an atmosphere at the stadium worthy of this club.”

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