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THERE were so many farewells on the pitch here yesterday it resembled the main platform at Milano Centrale station after the summer holidays. One man, Paolo Maldini, said goodbye after a lifetime of service; another, David Beckham, after what amounted to a romantic fling.
There were hugs, there was moisture around the eyes, there were ovations of appreciation. And, amid it all, Carlo Ancelotti disappeared with a smile and a wave. Showing both sides of his character, his final game as manager of AC Milan ended with an efficient victory, inspired by Kaka, his favourite player, and was followed by a renewed bout of teasing over his impending appointment at Chelsea. It was typical Ancelotti. The football may be dour, but the man is quirky: Stamford Bridge regulars will already know the type.See the full content of this document
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Carlo Looks Like a Guy Who has Found a Pretty New Girlfriend. Truth Is He's Been Dumped by His Old One [Eire Region]
'London is not necessarily my destination,' Ancelotti simpered when asked about his impending appointment at Chelsea. 'It is not definite. I am not in a position to discuss my future as I have not reached accord with any club. Nothing is secure in London.' 'Good luck,' said his disbelieving interviewer, in English. 'I won't understa...
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