Milan ended its winning streak with a goalless draw against Juventus in Turin during the sixth round of Serie A. Allegri’s squad managed to create several dangerous opportunities but failed to convert them into goals. For the Rossoneri’s coach, the evening carried a deeper significance, as he returned to a stadium where he achieved numerous triumphs coaching the Old Lady.
“I didn’t even see when Pulisic took the penalty. These things happen. In the first half, we lacked an aggressive edge in the attack; we only started performing better after the break, “Allegri reflected post-match.
The Milan coach emphasised his team’s missed chances to secure a win: “At a certain point in the game, you have to be more ruthless. This was a match we should have sealed.“
The manager also touched upon the condition of his key player:” Leao’s first week back after the injury was a calm one. He had been out of the game for forty-five days, and in the previous match, I had to bring him in out of necessity. He didn’t play poorly and has been training well. It’s crucial for him to return to full form quickly because we will heavily rely on both him and Nkunku,” Allegri explained, highlighting the importance of both players in the post-international break phase.
The return to Turin also brought about a wave of sentiment: “It was an emotional experience, seeing people with whom I had shared both joyous and difficult moments. The fans gave me a warm welcome. But now, I’m the Milan coach, and I leave here with a point. When you have your opponent within your grasp, you must dominate them athletically speaking.“
Allegri concluded by emphasising that the team will use the break to enhance their precision and focus in front of the opposition’s goal. While the Rossoneri managed to keep a clean sheet, their coach made it clear that he expects more grit and determination to secure victories in upcoming matches.