Allegri: Milan has no shortage of genuine centers. If they concede 50 goals, they need to score 150 goals to reach the top four.

At 3:45 a.m. on November 9, in the 11th round of Serie A, Milan will face Parma away from home. Before the game started, Milan coach Allegri attended the press conference.

AC Milan performed well in the strong dialogue, but their performance was slightly insufficient against the teams at the bottom of the standings...

"Tomorrow we will face a team that goes all out in every game. They did not give up even if they challenged the ten-man challenge in the last round. They often use long-pass tactics, and Pellegrino has excellent aerial control. Parma has always been difficult to deal with at home. Milan lost points here last season. In addition, we have played against a team before. Sa and Cremonese only scored one point. This will never be a beautiful game, and the opponent will disrupt the rhythm with long balls. We have not won away from home since the away win against Udinese."

Regarding player status

"Now that Pulisic has returned to the team, the conditions of Yashari and Estupinian are improving, and Rabiot and Jimenez will return after the interval."

How is Leo's status?

"Both he and Nkunku performed well against Roma. Leo's cramp is due to the fact that his physical fitness needs to be strengthened. This kind of performance should become the norm and not an accident. We need to get another three points tomorrow. We must play pragmatically and reduce technical errors."

How long can Pulisic play?

"He has been training with the team for two days and is in good physical condition. His physique does not need too much adjustment, but the specific length of time is still difficult to say."

About the classic victory brought by Pirlo's goal against Parma in the past

"Pirlo once faced He scored a wonderful goal against Parma, but like all Parma home games, it was also a hard battle. When we have the ball, we need to pass the ball quickly, and when we don’t have the ball, the whole team must do a good job of defensive organization, and defense is not just the job of the defender.”

Does Milan lack a genuine center?

"Not at all. We have Jimenez, who can make a lot of contributions to the team. We can even play without a striker, which sometimes goes more smoothly. Then, Nkunku and Leo can also play as center forwards."

What worries do you have when playing against weak teams?

"We conceded some goals against mid-to-lower teams that could have been avoided, and we need to improve in this regard tomorrow. At the same time, we must reflect on the fact that the two goals we conceded against Cremonese came from crosses, and we failed to seal the victory when we had the upper hand against Pisa. It is difficult to end the game, before Parma 0: 2 behind Roma, the game was completely different after Parma recovered a goal in the 85th minute. We must stay focused until the final whistle. In terms of physical confrontation, tomorrow we must at least match the intensity of the opponent's physical confrontation. As long as we do this, the technical advantage will appear. "

How to improve defense?

"I don't know the situation last season, but I told the players that they must reduce the goals they concede. If you concede 50 goals in the season, you need to score 150 goals to be in the top four. This is a mathematical problem. The whole team needs to work together in a specific way and improve offensive efficiency at the same time. After all, it is impossible to always create 6 great opportunities and only score 1 goal."

Will the result of this game affect the mentality before the derby?

"Now we don't think about the derby and only focus on tomorrow's game. Each game is worth 3 points and is equally important. Victory can bring a better intermission state. After all, it is difficult to say easy before the derby. But now for us, the three points against Parma are better than the derby. The battle is more critical, because it directly affects the current ranking. "

If you win, it will be a milestone of 100 wins in your Milan career...

"We are looking forward to a victory, but only for 3 points, not a record. "

Is there any progress in Maignan's renewal?

"When you play in Milan, you must go all out for honors and prove that you are worthy of this jersey. Maignan is a top goalkeeper, Tare and Verlani are planning the future for the club. We need to focus on achieving the ultimate goal, and never forget that competing for fourth place is the core point."

When will Jimenez return?

"It is expected that he will be available for the Derby."

Milan is currently ranked second, while the league ranking at the same time last season was ninth

"The first six months are time to prepare for the end of the season. It is too early to discuss the championship now. The season is still very long. Our main goal is to qualify for the Champions League, but we also have short-term goals, such as trying to win tomorrow, which can not only improve the ranking but also maintain pressure on the teams in front. "

Has Modric improved the team's defensive system?

"He can predict where the ball will land earlier, but the key is that the whole team is willing to participate in defense when they don't have the ball. Next we need to improve our offensive efficiency."

Will you try a three-forward formation?

"It depends on the progress of the season. At some point, we can play two forwards, or a trident formation with offensive wingers, but this growth or change requires the team to adjust according to actual needs and personnel configuration during the season. Moreover, substitutions are limited, and not all attackers can score more goals. In the final analysis, it depends on the defensive commitment of the players."

Rabiot once said that he "feels like something great is brewing here"... Is this true?

"The atmosphere in Milanello and the locker room is really harmonious. The players only need to focus on playing every game. We must stay balanced and down-to-earth so that we can deal with unexpected situations, and then we will not become depressed by a defeat. Here I repeat: our goal is to be among the top four."

Marotta said Allegri's Milan is also a Serie A title contender... Are you a front-runner or a chaser?

"Here we go again, the metaphor of the rabbit hunter (laughs). I'd better not joke in case anyone misunderstands me. I prefer to be a listener. I personally don't like hunting (smile). Lazio is picking up, Inter and Napoli are favorites, Juventus will compete, Roma will do well, Atalanta will bounce back. The league will be exciting, so we have to continue the winning momentum, that's why we need to be at our best in March. Actually silence is golden, I have already talked too much anyway (laughs). Now we are to remain silent and give our undivided attention. "

Buffon responded to Cassano by saying that Allegri's tactical imprint can always be seen immediately. How would you rate the fit of Milan's style of play?

"It is not about putting the 'Allegri imprint' on it. Milan does not belong to any individual. The club provides good players and we need to achieve our goals together. I was lucky enough to coach Gianluigi Buffon and I agree with him... there has to be a balance between attack and defence. I remember there was a 4:3 victory. Buffon was furious when he returned to the locker room. It was an extraordinary experience to work with him and witness his heroics. "

Does the wave of injuries give other players opportunities?

"The injuries to Rabiot and Pulisic turned into opportunities for substitute players. All changes should be viewed as resources that can be put to good use. Being out has allowed other players to get more playing time, which has worked well so far, and hopefully it will be the same tomorrow. "

Milan is the best team in the league at waiting for opportunities...

"Those expected goals and advanced data give me a headache. My philosophy is very basic: the possession phase must be improved, sometimes we do it too hastily (it also depends on the players on the field) and Modric can help a lot. Our pressing phase also needs to improve, but we must also respect the characteristics of the players. "

If the main goal is the top four, what is the goal of competing for the championship?

"I'm not good at defining, but I know that if we can cling to the teams at the top of the standings in March, we will have the capital to go further. So now our goal is to stick to March first. As long as you can stay in the championship ranks, coaching and playing for Milan will naturally pursue the highest honors. Our main goal is to return to the Champions League, which in itself is an important sporting and economic achievement. We will work hard to enter the sprint period in March in the best possible condition. "

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