DBasia.news – AC Milan coach, Stefano Pioli, revealed his team’s shortcomings when held to a draw by Udinese. In the match which took place at the San Siro, Thursday (4/3) am, WIB, the two teams drew 1-1. These results has made it increasingly difficult for Milan to catch up with Inter at the top of the standings.
Milan actually appeared dominant in this match. This can be seen from the percentage of their ball possession which reached 62%.
However, Udinese was able to steal the goal first even though they were under more pressure. Rodrigo Becao broke into Gianluigi Donnarumma’s goal which was preceded by a corner kick scheme.
After falling behind, Milan continued to try to attack Udinese’s defense. But the Rossoneri’s efforts paid off in injury time.
Milan seemed to have had luck after Jens Stryger Larsen touched the ball with his hand in the penalty box. The referee without hesitation pointed to the spot.
Franck Kessie, who ran as the executor, successfully carried out his duties and Milan managed to equalize. The 1-1 score finally lasted until the game was over.
Pioli felt his team deserved better results. However, he realized his front line appered dull without the injured Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Mario Mandzukic.
I see there is a lack of quality and rhythm, not anger and determination, “Pioli told DAZN.
“We don’t have the right characteristics to face this type of match. We are short of two pure attackers because Leao and [Ante] Rebic have different characteristics. “
Reluctant to blame Donnarumma
Donnarumma’s appearance was also highlighted in the match. He conceded too easily.
However Pioli defended his flagship goalkeeper. According to him, mistakes are normal for a player to do in a match.
“He (Donnarumma) has saved us many times.
Now we have to try to continue our journey, “he concluded.