Milan coach Stefano Pioli admits that his team lacked aggressiveness and precision in the first half, particularly against Roma’s central defenders. Pioli emphasizes the importance of taking risks, playing with determination, and improving circulation, passing, and final passes to overcome Roma’s defensive tactics. He also shares his respect for Roma’s coach, De Rossi.
Regarding Leao’s performance, Pioli expresses disappointment with the team’s communication and inferior numbers, which forced them to defend. Pioli criticizes the refereeing and remains optimistic about Milan’s potential to turn the situation around in the return leg.
Milan performance and stats
Milan
In the last 5 games, it has won 3 times and lost twice. In its last match, Milan lost 0-1 against Roma.
Roma performance and stats
Roma
Roma is currently 2nd in the Europa League with 13 points.
In the last 10 games, it has won 6 times, drawn twice, and lost twice. In its last match, Roma won 0-1 against Milan.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 12 goals and conceding 4.
