Milan coach, Massimiliano Allegri, expressed deep disappointment after the 1-1 draw with Sassuolo at home, where the Rossoneri team lost the advantage obtained thanks to Rabiot. In a post-match interview, Allegri underlined that the team "lacked control" both in maintaining control of the game and in managing the opponents' reaction, elements which, in his opinion, forced Milan to fail to transform the lead into victory.
The coach stated that he "had the right desire to push" but that he had overlooked the need to "better control the reaction" of his opponents once the goal had been scored. Furthermore, Allegri lamented the lack of more careful management of corner kicks, stating that "we cannot concede goals from corners" and that the team should have been more vigilant in that area.
During the interview, Allegri also expressed empathy for goalkeeper Gabbia, who suffered an injury during the match. The coach said he did not yet know the details of the injury, but recognized Gabbia's importance for the group and shared the pain he felt, underlining that "there is a lot of sadness" for the team.
The result left Milan in an uncertain position in the league table, while Sassuolo consolidated their mid-table position. The Rossoneri club will have to face the next matches with the need to put the mentality and control of the game back in order, elements that Allegri has identified as fundamental to recovering the players' form and confidence.
Allegri closed the interview with a message of hope, stating that the team "needs a stronger mental approach" and that the next match will be an opportunity to demonstrate that Milan is still capable of competing with strength and determination.