Pato thanks Ronaldinho and Emerson after his goal against Siena
Alexandre Pato and Inzaghi have stepped up for Milan since the absence of Kaka and Ronaldinho due to injury. The pair have scored seven goals in the last two games with Superpippo scoring his 300th for Milan today against Siena.
Pato has been happy with his performance and the teams performance and knows that he needs to do all he can to reach the Champions League next season.
“I’m happy for the team’s win today and for my goals, but I know that I must always do better and help Milan to reach the Champions League for next season,” Pato said on Milan’s Website. “I compliment Inzaghi, who is an example for me, I must learn to stay a bit behind. Pippo is very good inside the penalty box, and I’m happy that today he reached the target of the three hundred goals as he really wanted it.”
Pato also wanted to thank a few of his Brazilan compatriots for his goals today.
“After my goals, I embraced Ronaldinho and Emerson because they have always been close to me, they help me during training and my way of thanking them was to score and allow them to participate in my joy.â€
Pato says Ronaldo can still play for Brazil
Alexandre Pato is a huge fan of Ronaldo and has been following his idol since his return to football. Ronaldo has already scored two goals in three matches and has been a huge impact on the team after his second goal clinched a win for the Corinthians against Sao Caetano.
“I saw the last performance of it on television,” stated Pato. “I am very happy for him because he suffered several very serious injuries but has always managed to recover and return.”
He is an incredible person,” added Pato.
Pato also believes that Ronaldo still has a lot to offer and can make a difference in the Selecao.
“He has already done a lot for the Seleçao, but I think he could still give his contribution,” said Pato on an interview with La Gazzetta Dello Sport. “Brazil have many champions, but there is only one Phenomenon. Ronaldo is an idol and an example for me.”
Siena vs AC Milan Pictures – 15th March 2009
