AFTERNOON TRAINING

(IN THE PHOTO: a previous training session at Milanello)MILANELLO – The players returned to the Milanello Sports Centre yesterday after two days of rest to prepare for this Sunday’s derby match with Inter.After warming up, the squad did some fitness work which involved a jog and some sprints. Following that, the squad was divided into two groups and worked on some passing drills over 4 work stations. This was then followed by some more work with the ball in an 11 v 11 possession drill on a reduced size pitch. The session concluded with an 11 v 11 practice match on a reduced size pitch with goalkeepers.Individuals: Stephan El Shaarawy rested after playing for the Primavera on Sunday.The squad will train again today at 15.00 at the Milanello Sports Centre.