AC Milan head coach Stefano Pioli stressed the importance of sealing qualification for the next edition of the Champions League tonight rather than leaving it until the final round.
Pioli spoke to DAZN before the game, with his comments relayed by MilanNews.
Is tonight about pride?
“This is what I told the lads before getting on the bus, we want to get qualification sorted out tonight. We are up against a strong opponent, so need to perform at the highest level.”
How will you go after Juventus?
“Much will also depend on how our opponents play. On paper, their line-up is very attacking, we’ll see how that works and will try to find the counter-measures.
“Di Maria and Chiesa are two fantastic players with different qualities. Di Maria’s quality, precision and technique are remarkable, while Chiesa can do damage with his change of pace and shot. We have to take both of them into consideration in our defensive movements.”
