"I am recovering slowly, I'm still to get in top physical shape. But I'm fine, I am happy and I hope to return as strong as before," said Adriano, who was given the first-half.

The Brazilian featured in attack with Mario Balotelli and Luis Figo and added: "Playing in front of the three is beautiful because there is always someone to link with, there is more movement and this allows you to play at the speed that the coach asks us.

"With this formation we can score many goals."