Allegri: Two goals conceded were almost a free gift, seven points lost against a small team

Hupu News November 08, In the eleventh round of Serie A, AC Milan drew 2-2 with Parma away from home. After the game, head coach Allegri accepted an interview with Sky Sports Italy and Serie A broadcaster DAZN.

Regarding the content of the game, he commented:

"We lost two points in vain. If the team could keep the score at 2-0 before the end of the first half, I don't know if the subsequent development of the game would be different. When we came back in the second half Completely distracted, almost like falling asleep. The kind of goal conceded in the 48th minute is not allowed when we are leading 2-0. That kind of ball must be kicked directly into the stands - we should have continued the game in a more sober manner."

Estupinian's mistake?

"He just recovered from injury and saved a goal. The result of this game cannot be said to be his or any one person's fault."

About Leo's position in the team?

"In the end he even played the center position. We created a lot of scoring opportunities tonight. In the first half, everyone could have controlled the ball better. The team needs to continue to grow in reading the rhythm of the game."

After a very good first half, that goal changed the face of Milan. What happened?

"The outcome of a football game can be overturned in a moment, whether for good or bad. At the end of the first half, the game was completely under our control. The team could have done better in possession of the ball, but they conceded the ball one minute before the end. In the second half, the opponent was definitely more aggressive mentally, but we failed to stay calm. Instead, It was even more confusing. At that stage, we should have fought hard and fought hard, but we were too passive. Later, there were some important opportunities, and Maignan also made a wonderful save. When you need to fight, you can't always think about playing well, but you have to try your best. "

Cremona, Pisa, Parma... Why do these situations happen?

"If I knew the reason, it would be simple. I know that the team definitely needs to improve and work hard. It was another situation against Pisa, and it was the same problem with Cremona. Against these three teams we only scored two points, which is equivalent to conceding seven points."

Are you more angry about conceding those two goals, or not being able to score the third goal?

"It was those two goals. By the 45th minute, the first half was over. You can't give your opponent a chance to shoot on a ball that can be easily handled. At that moment, either completely control the ball, or kick it directly out of the sideline and end the half."

Pulisic replied Return, and there seems to be good cooperation with Leo...

"They performed well in the preseason, and now their physical condition is recovering. Pulisic returned well, but it was a pity that a good opportunity was wasted. We are waiting for Rabiot's return, and Jashari also has a good opportunity. Now The key is to be able to read the rhythm of the game, if not, then we will repeat what we said today. Against Pisa, we should have killed the game at the right time but failed to do so; against Cremona, we conceded two goals; today we have to fight because they will keep hitting us with high balls. The two goals we conceded, I can't say it was a complete gift to them, but it was almost like that. There were also two other defenses on throw-ins where everyone stood still in the penalty area - these are things we must understand and improve."

Is it a good thing or a bad thing to have this intermission before the derby?

"I don't know. This can only be evaluated after the game against Inter Milan. Now we have to return to form. The team is in the top four in the standings. This is our main goal. The team must achieve this goal. Although it has won many direct games, it has scored too few points against small teams. This must be improved."