Reijnders criticises Milan and believes performance ‘is not possible’: “A good look in the mirror” | OneFootball

AC Milan were left wanting more once again in Serie A, after a 3-3 draw against Cagliari. Following the game, Tijjani Reijnders admitted the Rossoneri have to do more.

From a personal perspective, Reijnders cannot be too displeased. In our player ratings, the midfielder scored a solid seven – falling behind only Rafael Leao. However, this has become a regularity. Recently, the midfielder has become indispensable for the team, and he is consistently a reference point.

This proved once again as he created some magic from nothing, assisting Leao with a pinpoint lob, which the Portuguese finished easily. Nevertheless, it would mean little to nothing in the grand scheme of things, as Milan failed to hold on to two leads.

The Dutchman, frustrated after the result, spoke to DAZN after the draw, and his words, which have been relayed by Milan News, were rather striking.

Goals conceded…

“We started by conceding a goal straight away, that’s not how you want to start a game. It’s not possible, as Milan, to concede three goals all the same, it’s not possible for us.”

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How did you come up with the outside assist for Leao?

“I was looking for space in the middle, I didn’t find it and then I saw Rafa attack the space. It was the only way to get it to him, luckily he then scored.”

What did the coach ask you at half-time about the defensive phase?

“We knew about their crosses, it’s one of their strengths. We didn’t pay attention, there was always someone open at the second post. We have to take a good look in the mirror and understand. You can’t win games like this if you don’t defend well.”

After the victory in midweek, it feels almost like the Rossoneri have returned to their old position, a habit which is all too frequent this season.