Monza finally returns to winning track Bocchetti praises players for their outstanding spirit and courage

In the 20th round of the 2024/25 Serie A season, Monza defeated Fiorentina 2-1 with goals from Patrick Chiuri and Daniele Maldini, successfully ending their losing streak. Monza coach Bocchetti said he saw the players show excellent fighting spirit and courage, and also said it was great to bring joy to the fans.

Patrick Churia scored a goal in the 44th minute in a melee, helping Monza take the lead 1-0. In the 63rd minute of the second half, Pedro Pereira made a long pass to the penalty area, Daniel Maldini broke through the defense and shot into the goal, helping Monza expand its lead to 2-0.

In the 74th minute, Fiorentina got a penalty kick, and Lucas Beltran scored the penalty kick, helping Fiorentina to equalize the score 1-2.

In the end, Monza defeated Fiorentina 2-1 at home. After the losing streak ended, Monza currently ranks 20th in the standings with 13 points, 6 points behind the relegation zone.

Monza coach Bocchetti said, "I saw a team full of hunger. The players gave their all. I really felt it. They deserved this victory. The players have endured a lot, but we will continue to bear the pressure, and this is the spirit of this team."

"It's a great thing to be able to bring joy to the fans. I'm starting to see the spirit and courage that any team that has to save itself needs."

Talking about Daniel Maldini's performance, "For me, Daniel Maldini is an extraordinary player. I believe he can provide us with great help and his training performance is also very good."

"I ask all the players to give their best. Whenever they are asked to play, I expect them to give their best. Sometimes it is difficult to play in the middle of the game, especially against a team that needs to fight to the end, but this kind of trait of giving it your all is necessary."