This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Massimiliano Allegri, coach of Milan, wants his team to forget the defeat against Lazio and the title race, focusing entirely on the goal of securing a place in the top four of the table. In the press conference ahead of the match against Torino, the Rossoneri coach emphasized the need for an immediate response. "There cannot be a psychological blow after the defeat against Lazio," Allegri stated, explaining that the team made "mistakes that should not be repeated" and missed "goals that should not have been missed." The coach demands a "defensively more solid" performance against Torino, recalling the weaknesses displayed at the Stadio Olimpico. "We suffered nine counterattacks in 45 minutes. In previous games, we had never suffered so many even in 90 minutes. The performance in Rome was a consequence of the game against Cremonese, where we also conceded a lot. More attention is needed," he analyzed. Regarding the title race, Allegri was pragmatic: "Inter has its destiny in its hands, just as we have ours in the race for qualification for the next Champions League. But until we have the necessary points to be mathematically in the top four, we will have to give our all. The current 60 points are not enough." When asked about the visible tension between Rafael Leão and Pulisic during the game in Rome, Allegri downplayed the incident. "After a discussion, there is always peace. These things happen in football. Now we have to think about an important and difficult game because Torino, with D'Aversa, has been achieving great results," he declared. The coach also revealed what he said to the Portuguese forward to calm him during the substitution: "'He didn't see you, otherwise he would have passed you the ball.' In football, to pass the ball, you need to see who is unmarked, and Pulisic didn't give it to him because he didn't see him. The difference in football lies in the choice of the last pass." Allegri also called for more effectiveness from all his forwards. "Both Leão and Pulisic had injuries. Now, however, we have two decisive months, and it is important that both are well. They, like Fullkrug and Nkunku. All forwards need to wake up. Precision in front of goal is necessary." On Leão's versatility, he was clear: "Rafa can play as a first or second striker. Just look at the deep runs he made on Sunday and in Cremona to understand that he can be a number 9."
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