Milan: No risks with Leao for Super Cup, Fofana left out | OneFootball

Championship eve at Milanello, where Massimiliano Allegri presented the home match against Sassuolo in a press conference. A match that hides more pitfalls than the standings suggest, starting with the timing: that 12:30 lunch match that has often been indigestible for the Rossoneri colors against the Emilians.

Milan, Allegri warns: “We need to play with attention, respect, and order”

“We are trying to change course,” began the Livorno coach, aware of the negative statistics. “Sassuolo is a good team, with technique and balance. It is one of those opponents against whom matches never end. We need to play with attention, respect, and order.” Beyond tactics, the focus shifted to individuals, with significant praise for Christian Pulisic. Allegri painted the portrait of a player with a dual nature: “Does he still have room for growth? Certainly. In private life, he is a very reserved boy, but when he steps onto the field, he transforms. In front of the goal, he is diabolical.” Sweet words also for Nkunku, who seems to be recovering: “He needs to find top condition, but physically he is improving a lot. He did well in Turin.”

The sore point, however, comes from the medical report. Allegri confirmed three significant absences for tomorrow's game, confirming a cautious management approach ahead of the imminent Italian Super Cup. The main news concerns Rafael Leao: “He will not be there tomorrow against Sassuolo,” the coach said briefly, immediately reassuring the fans, “but he will definitely be there in the Super Cup.” No go for Fofana and Gimenez either: “Fofana has rejoined the group, but tomorrow I’ll leave him at home as a precaution because he hasn’t trained enough. Gimenez is working, and we hope to have him back soon.”

Andrea Alati

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