Massimiliano Allegri takes the point and looks ahead. After a balanced match, the manager emphasizes above all the value of the result in terms of the standings: «It’s an important point because it brings us closer to the goal. We need to add up everything we do from now until the end and reach the finish line as soon as possible».
Match Management
On the course of the game, the Milan manager acknowledges some difficulties in the final stages: «We played a good tactical game against a team that pressed high. At times we struggled, but the team stayed organized. Of course, we needed to manage some balls better and be cleaner technically on the counter-attacks».
Allegri also praised the impact of the substitutes: «Those who came on helped, especially on the wings. The boys defended well, conceding little».
Individual assessments: Leao and Pulisic
On Leao, the verdict is positive: «I’m a big admirer of Rafa. Today he played a good game, he also worked well defensively and had the right attitude. He also rediscovered a couple of important bursts of pace, and that’s a positive sign».
The situation is different for Pulisic, who is going through a difficult spell: «He’s a sensitive lad. Right now, not scoring goals, he feels certain situations more. When he loses a challenge or a move goes wrong it affects him, but he needs to keep working with composure».
The Champions League race
Finally, a look at the Champions League race: «There’s still something missing, but this draw carries weight. The important thing is not to arrive at the last matchday still needing to settle the matter».
