“Many talked about the title, but we have to be realistic and think about the Champions League objective, otherwise we risk destroying what we have built in these 6 months,” stated Milan’s coach Massimiliano Allegri following the team’s recent defeat to Lazio.
The match, which took place in Lazio, ended with a solitary goal from Gustav Isaksen, eliminating Milan from the Serie A title race. This loss leaves Milan eight points behind their rivals, Inter, in the league standings.
Allegri’s comments reflect the current situation for Milan, whose primary objective has shifted towards securing a place in the Champions League. The team has lost crucial points in recent matches against Como, Napoli, and Juventus, with a total of three points lost.
In a contentious moment during the match, Milan had a goal disallowed due to a handball by Zachary Athekame, a decision that was later confirmed by VAR. Allegri addressed the situation, stating, “There is no issue with Leao. He was nervous because there were some situations where he could have broken down better.”
Lazio’s goal was deemed valid, with the referee confirming that Isaksen managed to evade a foul on Pervis Estupiñán before scoring.
As the season progresses, Milan’s focus will remain on qualifying for the Champions League, a goal that Allegri insists is paramount for the club’s future. The defeat against Lazio serves as a stark reminder of the challenges ahead.
Looking ahead, Milan will need to regroup and address their performance issues to secure their place among Europe’s elite clubs in the upcoming season.
