If any indication was needed as to the importance of the win over Torino, Massimiliano Allegri’s reaction said it all.
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Milan did what they needed to do in front of their own fans on Saturday night as they emerged 3-2 winners against Torino in an entertaining contest. Strahinja Pavlovic opened the scored, then Adrien Rabiot and Youssouf Fofana netted in quick succession, which would be enough in the end.
Allegri lets loose
As MilanNews report, the full significance of Milan’s victory was seen a few seconds before the final whistle. Allegri – who by now is known for leaving the sidelines before the end of the match without uttering a word or making a gesture – showed a celebration with a double fist pump.
It is an ‘unusual move’ for the Livorno-born coach, but one that confirms how important it was to take the three points against Torino. There are several reasons why Allegri will have been pleased, above all because his side returned to winning ways after the defeat against Lazio.
Now, they will enjoy a more peaceful international break, awaiting the direct clash against Napoli on Easter Monday with a one-point advantage over Antonio Conte’s team. Juventus are now nine points back in fifth after they drew with Sassuolo, while there will be some eyes on Fiorentina-Inter later.