Ivan Juric has enjoyed a victorious start to his managerial tenure with Monza. Playing at the Centro Sportivo Silvio e Luigi Berlusconi-Monzello, the Brianza-based club secured a hard-fought 4-3 victory over Pro Vercelli in their first friendly match of the new season. According to match observers, the team already displayed early signs of the tactical principles and high intensity demanded by their new manager.
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Subscribe Sekarang →Despite the high summer temperatures, the Biancorossi started the match with great intensity, threatening early on through Dany Mota, Pessina, and Kouadio. However, based on reports from the ground, it was Pro Vercelli who surprisingly opened the scoring with a long-range strike from Burruano. Monza reacted immediately, drawing level via a Van Koeverden own goal forced by Birindelli's cross, before Colpani completed the first-half comeback with a brilliant curling left-footed effort after a stellar individual run to make it 2-1 before the interval.
Editorial team observations noted that Ivan Juric rang the changes in the second half, introducing numerous fresh faces while maintaining the team's commitment to possession and vertical progression. Pro Vercelli managed to restore parity through Rutigliano, but Monza quickly responded as the talented Forson found the net with a precise left-footed finish at the far post.
The closing stages of the match saw Monza's substitutes take center stage. Loubao impressed with his explosive pace and creative assists, setting up Andrea Petagna who made a well-timed run into the box to extend the lead to 4-2. Although Comi managed to pull one back for the visitors, Juric's side comfortably managed the final minutes to secure the win.
From editorial monitoring, this opening victory provides highly encouraging signs for the Biancorossi after just ten days of intensive preseason preparation. The squad showed positive development in their passing quality, aggressive pressing, and tactical flexibility. Monza's preseason campaign will continue on Friday, July 24, when they travel to Linz to face Turkish giants Galatasaray in their second summer test.