sentences:  The real goal of the "Rossoneri" was the tenth "Scudetto", which would have awarded the first "stella" ("star") to the team.In 1972, they reached the semi-final of the UEFA Cup, though falling to eventual Cup winners Tottenham Hotspur.A strong 1972–73 season provided their first opportunity for the tenth "Scudetto", but ultimately proved a failure after a humiliating defeat against Hellas Verona on the last day of the season.