AC Milan players are poised to wear their maternal surnames on their kits for their match against Bologna.
Italian giants AC Milan have announced an initiative that will see their players wear their mothers' surnames on the back of their kits for their fixture against Bologna on Friday.
This is in line with bringing back a storied tradition in celebrating Mother's Day.
The Rossoneri will honor the Sunday, May 11 celebration on Friday when they take on Bologna at the San Siro.
The maternal surnames will feature prominently throughout the matchday experience, appearing in the official lineup announcements, on San Siro's giant screens, and in announcements read by the stadium presenter.
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Support for Teenage Mothers
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The initiative will see Fondazione Milan support 70 teenage mothers via a fundraising campaign.
“Fondazione Milan will support around 70 teenage mothers through a fundraising campaign in aid of a parenting support programm run at the Spazio Indifesa Hub in the Gallaratese district of Milan. Managed by Terre des Hommes and opened in 2021 with the support of the Foundation, the Hub provides vital services to young mothers in need,” read the statement by AC Milan as per Goal.com.
“A portion of the proceeds from the auction of match-worn shirts and mascot experiences – generously provided by ComAve, AC Milan’s Global Partner and Shopping Experience Platform Partner – will go towards the fundraiser," continued the statement.
"Purchases of items from the Club’s new Women’s Collection made in physical and online stores between Friday, May 9, and Sunday, May 11, as well as tickets to the Mondo Milan Museum during the AC Milan vs Bologna matchday, will also contribute to the cause through a share of the proceeds.”
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AC Milan carried out the same initiative last year, which was sparked by the need to raise awareness for giving Italian parents equal opportunities in naming their children.
A win for Milan on Friday during the heartwarming initiative will see them improve their placing on the log, as they currently sit 9th with 57 points, 20 away from Napoli at the summit.