The head coach of AC Milan, Massimiliano Allegri, shared his thoughts on his team’s preparation and the opponent ahead of the crucial clash against Napoli in the semifinals of the Italian Super Cup. The match is scheduled to take place on December 18 in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, and will kick off at 12:00 AM Tashkent time.
The Italian coach emphasized that Super Cup matches are fundamentally different from regular league games. This is a playoff-format game where there is no room for errors. According to Allegri, the sole objective is to qualify for the final.
The coach specifically highlighted Napoli's psychological state. In his opinion, after facing two consecutive defeats, Napoli will take to the field with immense determination and anger. "Their goal is the same as ours — victory and reaching the final. Therefore, we need to demonstrate tactically sharp and fully united gameplay," Allegri said.
Additionally, he acknowledged Antonio Conte-led teams' ability to fully utilize their potential in tough situations. Allegri believes that against such an opponent, it is crucial to be well-prepared not only physically but also mentally.
Speaking about the squad, Allegri mentioned that Fofana is fully ready, while Leao's condition will be determined after training. He praised Salemakers’ versatility, which provides balance to the team and allows him to be active in both attack and defense. Allegri also noted that the recovery of Atekame and Yashari offers additional options for AC Milan.
The coach believes that this clash will be a test not only of physical endurance but also of intellect and patience. Fans in Riyadh are expected to witness an intense, thrilling, and principled matchup.
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