AC Milan defender Luca Antonini gave credit for his side's win over Juventus at the weekend to Silvio Berlusconi after the club president again visited the training ground before the match.

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The Rossoneri beat the reigning Serie A Champions 1-0 at San Siro on Sunday and the versatile defender – speaking at a publicity event at the club shop – believes there is only one man responsible.

He said: "Berlusconi's words were important for our performance, he came to Milanello and gave us the stimulation needed. It was certainly not easy to get a result against Juventus.

"They had come from a good win versus Chelsea, but my team-mates did a fantastic job. I love playing for this club and hope to return soon."