Speaking to reporters as he entered the function, the former Milan vice-president reflected on his time with the club.
"We're talking about Milan, not Monza," said Galliani arrived with a smile.
"If I think of President Berlusconi, who won 29 of the 49 total trophies won by Milan in its history, I feel so nostalgic. I think of what was done in those incredible and wonderful years."
Asked about Milan's issues this season, he added: "Excuse me but I'm dealing with Monza. The affection for Milan is always there and I don't forget thirty-one years of Milan, but I'm the manager of Monza and I already have many problems of my own, without thinking about those of Milan."
He continued: "I spoke with the players, with all those from our period and the current period: how do you forget thirty-one years? It's a lifetime, there are those who retire after thirty-one years.
"I repeat. 31 years of life: it's wonderful."
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