Allegri: For AC Milan, winning is the norm

This morning, in the 7th round of the 2025-26 Serie A season, AC Milan reversed Fiorentina 2-1 at home. In the past 6 rounds, it had 5 wins and 1 draw with 16 points. AC Milan coach Allegri was interviewed after the game.

About this game

It is crucial for Milan to get these three points. Before conceding the ball, we gave our opponents almost no chance, and we also got two good chances to score with two set kicks. We responded well after conceding the goal and I'm happy with that. This is the first time this season that we have come back from behind. We are very happy, but we have a game on Friday and we need to focus on preparations.

About Leo, who scored two goals for Milan

He has just returned from the national team and still needs time to find his best form. We are happy for him and happy for the whole team. Leo has the ability to help us win games, but the team's success also depends on the contributions of others.

Milan’s other forwards and midfielders also need to take on the responsibility of scoring goals, and we must continue to improve in this regard. But now we have to regain our strength first, because we still have to maintain this rhythm for Friday's game. As for Nkunku and Chik, we have to observe again. They missed some training before...

Regarding the penalty kick in this field

I didn't see clearly the situation of the penalty kick. That's the way football is, sometimes penalties go in your favor and sometimes they go against you. VAR decisions are subjective, so we have to accept them, and this has always been the case.

Regarding AC Milan’s recent good form

I think the team is gradually finding a good balance. For Milan, winning is the norm. We currently have 16 points and we have to try to get more points. Even against Cremonese, Milan just had bad luck and we hit the woodwork twice. In fact, our performance in recent games has been very stable. This is how football matches are, if you win, your interpretation of the game is correct; if you lose, your interpretation becomes wrong... Tonight we failed to follow up in time during a corner kick defense, resulting in conceding the ball. But then our response was outstanding. The opponent placed many players who are good at fighting for the top in the penalty area. At that time, we could have been closer to the player with the ball.

About Milan reaching the top of the Serie A table

It's always good to be at the top of the Serie A table, it means the gap between us and fifth place is even wider - we have to hold on to our lead over fifth place and that can't be ignored. The league is now at a critical stage of widening the gap in the standings, and every victory is crucial. We had a great game tonight despite missing a few players. In football, when you don't have the ball, you win games by staying humble. Because only by staying humble can you be more aggressive when you get the ball.