Milan finished the match against Sassuolo with a 1-1 draw, but coach RubenAmorim's response was not satisfying. After speaking to DAZN, the coach declared that he "deserved to take the lead" and that he lost control of the match after conceding the goal. “We needed to push, it was the right thing to do, but we didn't do it in the best way,” he explained. Furthermore, he underlined that it is not acceptable to "conceive a goal from a corner as we did", highlighting a criticism of the result.
Amorim then spoke about the composition of the midfield and the tactical choices. He said that when you score, it is crucial to "kill the game", and that LukaModric's presence in midfield brings a higher level of quality thanks to his ability to maintain possession. However, he clarified that the use of Modric is not a simple tactical change, but a choice based on the characteristics of the player. He praised Moreira for his speed and explained that the inclusion of Pulisic and Ramos serves to create a running dynamic. In the second half, he changed the midfielders by inserting players with different dribbling skills, in response to a more dynamic match expectation.
On the topic of the injury to goalkeeper GianlucaGabbia, Amorim expressed regret but maintained a tone of confidentiality. “I don't know what kind of injury he suffered, but I'm really sorry for him,” he said, recalling that Gabbia had already had problems in the past and was now fine. The coach underlined that injuries are part of football and that it is important to manage them with care.
The 1-1 result leaves Milan in a mid-level position in the Serie A standings, but the team continues to fight for qualification for European competitions. With the season still ongoing, Amorim seems ready to review the game strategy and make the necessary changes to improve performances. Milan's next match will be crucial to understand if the changes made by the coach will lead to more positive results.