AC Milan players will wear their mothers’ surnames on the back of their jerseys during Saturday’s Serie A fixture against Cagliari, the club announced, as part of an initiative to bring attention to personal identity rights.
It comes following an Italian law passed on June 1, 2022, that both parents have the right to choose their children’s surnames as an element of their personal identity.
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United States international Christian Pulisic will be one of Milan’s major players taking part in the initiative and said: “Playing with our mothers’ names on our jerseys is a special way to honor the incredible women who have shaped and supported us throughout our lives.
“It’s a meaningful gesture that highlights the importance of family and the strong bonds that drive us both on and off the pitch. I’m proud to represent my mom in this unique and heartfelt way alongside my teammates at AC Milan.”
Meanwhile, head coach Stefano Pioli wants Milan to end the season on a high note even though the Serie A title race is lost and their place in the Champions League is already secured.
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