Question:
It was a special day for Paolo Maldini as Milan defeated Reggina 2-1. Not only was the captain making his 802nd appearance in a Rossoneri shirt but the defender also scored his first brace of his long and distinguished career. Maldini’s last goal came against Lazio in September 2002 but more than that he put in another polished performance in the heart of the defence, winning tackles, making telling interventions and of course, joining the attack for two memorable finishes. It was an important victory for Carlo Ancelotti's side that demonstrated that they are lifing the tempo of their play and will be a force to be reckoned with after the international break week.

Answer:

It was a special day for Paolo Maldini as Milan defeated Reggina 2-1. Not only was the captain making his 802nd appearance in a Rossoneri shirt but the defender also scored his first brace of his long and distinguished career. Maldini’s last goal came against Lazio in September 2002 but more than that he put in another polished performance in the heart of the defence, winning tackles, making telling interventions and of course, joining the attack for two memorable finishes. It was an important victory for Carlo Ancelotti's side that demonstrated that they are lifing the tempo of their play and will be a force to be reckoned with after the international break week.