AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan expressed his disappointment after the 1-0 defeat against Bologna, stating that the team lost because their opponents played better. The interviewee, who spoke to DAZN, underlined the importance of analyzing the matches in which Bologna demonstrated greater physicality and of understanding why Milan was unable to implement its game plan.
In his speech, Maignan asked not to be wrapped up in a negative view of the performance. “We must not keep this negativity from tonight, even if we are disappointed,” he said, highlighting the team's willingness to work every day to improve and regain victory. The goalkeeper also recognized that, despite the difficulty of scoring, Milan have a "vice" to correct and must grow on that point. “At the moment we have more of the ball and we are at risk of a counterattack,” he added, referring to the need to better manage possession and defense situations.
Maignan also spoke about the importance of maintaining a positive attitude ahead of the next derby. "With attitude. It's not that because we lost we have to lose our minds, even when we win we do wrong things," he said, underlining that the team must learn to manage their emotions and not fall into mental traps.
Milan, who are currently at the top of the table, will have to review their game strategy to face the next challenges. Bologna, with a more physical and organized performance, demonstrated its ability to exploit its potential, highlighting Milan's weaknesses.
In view of the derby, the Rossoneri team will have to focus on a more solid defense and a more incisive attack, trying to avoid the mistakes that led to yesterday's defeat. The next match will be crucial to understand if Milan is able to get back up and continue their run towards the top of Serie A.