The third-division team has shocked the world of Italian soccer to make the last four against the Rossoneri, but its success is built on solid foundations, writes Romeo Agresti.
Saying this is a fairy tale would probably sound ridiculous. Taking on Milan in the Coppa Italia, after all, is not something that happens everyday. Definitely not if you play in the Lega Pro. Alessandria, however, is not heading into this prestigious clash by coincidence, but as a result of a well thought-out plan.
The Grigi, in fact, are in the middle of a high-profile project and currently stand second in the table, an eloquent statement of how Angelo Gregucci's men are making serious waves.