Milan finished their last match in Serie A with a 1-1 draw against Sassuolo, failing to overcome their previous position in the table. However, the result kept the club four points behind Inter and Lazio, while Roma managed to move up one place, reaching eighth position. Coach Amorim expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of victory, stressing that the team controlled part of the match but failed to take advantage of the opportunities. He also highlighted the importance of managing corner situations better, as the goal conceded was in that episode.
Meanwhile, Parma suffered a significant loss: Nesta Elphege, a French midfielder, was hospitalized with acute appendicitis. The club has communicated that the player is in hospital and that further details will be provided based on the clinical evolution and the need for surgery. Elphege's absence could affect the team's performance in the upcoming matches.
On the Cagliari front, president Tommaso Giulini spoke to DAZN regarding the double call-ups of Romano and Maldini to the Italian national team. He expressed enthusiasm for the players' participation and mentioned the possibility of a right of redemption for Maldini, linking it to an obligation linked to the number of goals. Giulini also highlighted the importance of keeping the team in good position and expressed his expectation of prolonging the club's success in the long term.
This news highlights the current dynamics of Serie A, with Milan looking to consolidate their position, Parma facing an unexpected challenge due to Elphege's absence and Cagliari aiming to maintain their position in the table while key players are called up to the national team. The next matches will be decisive to understand if Milan will be able to recover ground and if Parma will be able to manage the absence of their midfielder.