On a side note, around this time, January 1991, there was a friendly between Juventus of 1985 vs Juventus of 1990, which included Platini vs Baggio:
At this stage (January 1991) Van Basten has been taking some flak. He hasn’t scored since November 1990 and is underperforming with average to substandard displays. He acknowledges that he’s not doing well and is struggling physically.
At this stage lots of problems going on in Napoli’s camp: Maradona is already allegedly involved in illegal substances. Time is running out for him as his days are numbered in Italy as the Italian federation is in line looking to suspend him.
Meanwhile, Enzo Francescoli, is arguably the biggest disappointment from a foreigner this far in the season.
It’s already speculated it’s nearing the end for Maradona and how will Napoli cope without him ? And what will come after his departure ?
Ruud Gullit, bouncing back from 2 previous injury plagued campaigns, has played his best since his first season (1987-88):