 |
| Allegri Confirms Leao Struggling as Milan Eyes Top-Four Finish After Draw With Genoa. |
AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri spoke openly after his team settled for a draw against Genoa. In an interview with DAZN, Allegri shared his thoughts on the team’s performance, Rafael Leao’s fitness, and the squad’s readiness for the crucial upcoming match against Fiorentina.
Match Review: Milan Rushed and Lacked Patience
Allegri admitted that the final result reflected the on-field performance. Despite a challenging first half, he tried to focus on the positives.
Genoa played smart and closed spaces well, making it difficult for Milan to control the game. Milan created some opportunities but eventually conceded a goal, which proved costly.
In the second half, Milan raised their intensity as Genoa began to tire. However, Allegri highlighted the team’s key weakness: impatience.
“When facing a team under pressure, we need to be more patient. Rushing forward opens us up to counterattacks, which nearly cost us the game,” he said.
Allegri believes this match is a lesson in maturity. If Milan wants to achieve their goal of finishing in the top four, they must address these issues quickly.
Squad Status: Almost Everyone Available for Fiorentina Clash
Allegri acknowledged that Milan is in a critical phase of the season and needs to approach each game calmly. He expressed disappointment at failing to secure a home win despite creating many chances, even admitting that the team was lucky to avoid defeat.
Looking ahead to the trip to Fiorentina, Allegri confirmed that nearly all players will be available, giving Milan a better chance to perform at their best.
Rafael Leao: Not Fully Fit, but Still Making an Impact
Rafael Leao’s condition was also discussed. Allegri admitted that Leao is not at his physical peak and could have made better decisions in some open-field situations.
Still, the coach praised Leao for staying involved throughout the match and contributing a crucial goal, showing resilience and determination even when not fully fit.
Allegri’s assessment highlights Leao’s importance to Milan as the team pushes to secure a top-four finish in Serie A.
