Nereo Rocco Tactical Revolution

Nereo Rocco, the catenaccio coach who led Milan to the 1962 title and the 1963 European Cup.

Milan won the league again in 1961-62 under Nereo Rocco, an innovative coach known as the inventor of the catenaccio tactic. The title took the club into the 1962-63 European Cup.

Lore & Background

In that competition Milan won their semi-final 5-2 on aggregate and beat Benfica 2-1 in the final at Wembley, with two goals from José Altafini, to become European champions for the first time.

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Elsewhere in AC Milan

Casa Milan · Stadium & Culture Back-to-Back European Cups (1989, 1990) · Honours & Records Paolo Maldini's 902 Appearances Record · Honours & Records Alessandro Nesta · Legendary Players Giuseppe Meazza · Legendary Players 2005 UEFA Champions League Final vs Liverpool · Iconic Matches

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