Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri insists that Portuguese forward Rafael Leao must learn to be ruthless. The former Juventus manager, who currently mentors the Rossoneri, was left frustrated after a 0-0 draw against the Bianconeri, where his team, along with Leao, missed numerous chances to secure a vital victory.
Allegri disappointed with just one point
Milan shared the spoils with Juventus when Allegri returned to the Allianz Stadium for the first time since 2024. The manager expressed his frustration with his team's profligacy in front of goal. Although the Milan boss was satisfied that they did not concede, he was disappointed about not killing the game. In the process, he spoke about Leao's performance too, offering some constructive criticism.
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The 58-year-old said after the match: "In the second half we grew physically, created chances, but when we had Juventus in our hands, we needed more ruthlessness. The positive is that we didn’t concede but at certain moments you have to kill the game."
Speaking on Leao, the manager claimed: "He’s been out for 45 days, so he’s still finding rhythm. Last week he came on out of necessity and did well. He’s worked hard this week – we need him back quickly. He and Nkunku are technical players who can solve matches. He played as a striker at Lille, so it’s not new to him. His movement on Modric’s pass was perfect but a player like him, with two chances like that, must score. He has genius, but now he must learn to determine matches – that’s what makes him decisive."
Milan continue unbeaten run
Although the Rossoneri failed to secure three points against Igor Tudor's Juventus, they were able to extend their unbeaten run. Since Allegri's return to the helm, Milan have lost only once, in their Serie A opener against Cremonese. Whether in the domestic league or the Coppa Italia, Allegri's team has been impressive so far. They have won both their cup games and sit third in the Serie A table, winning four games and drawing one, accumulating 13 points in six fixtures.
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Milan, who are not part of European football this season, are dreaming of the Scudetto under Allegri. They will continue their quest for the same in their upcoming match against Fiorentina on October 19.