AC Milan manager Max Allegri insisted his side can be satisfied with a point after their goalless Serie A draw against Juventus at San Siro on April 26, 2026. The stalemate extended Milan’s run without scoring against Juve to six consecutive league matches, despite chances including Alexis Saelemaekers hitting the crossbar and a Khephren Thuram effort ruled offside.
Allegri defends tactical approach
“It was a very balanced, tactical game, with a great deal at stake. We had a couple of situations, as did Juventus,” Allegri said in his post-match interview with DAZN Italia. “Juve have a lot of strength in depth with players who can come off the bench and take men on down the wings, but my lads defended very well, apart from one cross that David didn’t get his head to.”
Allegri acknowledged Milan’s cautious approach, prioritising defensive stability over chasing a win. “We can be content with the point, as it allows us to take another small step forward. We are mathematically now just six points away from securing our target, so that means winning two games. The draw was the right result — these are balanced matches where an incident can change the game.”
Leao praised, Pulisic concern grows
Rafael Leao performance
Despite ongoing struggles in the 3-5-2 formation, Allegri backed Rafael Leao, calling it one of his best performances of the season. “I think Rafa played well tonight. Between assists and goals, he’s given his contribution this term, but you cannot expect a player like this to be particularly consistent. He never has been.”
He highlighted Leao’s defensive work and improved fitness: “He helped out defensively today and had a good attitude, he had a couple of changes of pace, which he had struggled with lately. He took on Bremer and pulled the ball back — one of his best performances.”
Christian Pulisic’s drought
Allegri expressed concern over Christian Pulisic’s ongoing goalless run, which now stands at 16 consecutive games — matching his worst streak from his time at Chelsea in 2022. The American has yet to register a goal or assist in 2026.
“Christian is a very sensitive man and this drought is hitting him harder. He struggles more with the physicality of duels and the lack of a centre-forward,” Allegri admitted. “I had asked him to play centre-right tonight and Leao centre-left, so we were without a number nine. Rest assured, by the end of the season Pulisic will have given his contribution.”
Looking ahead
Allegri urged improvement in technical execution ahead of the trip to Sassuolo. “I do wish we’d had more precise passing and timing of the passes to complete our moves. Now we have to prepare well for Sassuolo, and play better on a technical level.”
The result keeps Milan in the race for a Champions League spot, now requiring six points from their remaining fixtures to secure qualification.