Ahead of the game between Milan and Verona at Stadio Bentegodi, Fikayo Tomori expressed optimism despite the struggles recently.
Milan need to clinch all three points this afternoon after losing two games on the bounce, taking on Hellas Verona away from home. Some results have gone their way too in the Champions League race, so this is an excellent opportunity to cement themselves.
Tomori is back in the starting eleven after being benched (which was strange) when Massimiliano Allegri switched to a four-man defence. Speaking to DAZN just a few minutes ago, as transcribed by MilanNews, the Englishman shared his thoughts on the game and the manager.
The season, despite the difficulties, has now offered you a good chance…
“We are coming off a tough period, but the great thing about football is that there’s always another game to make up for it. We know what to do today. We are ready for the game.”
How did Allegri manage the week?
“With as much calmness as possible. He said we need to stay organised in our minds and in our play, which has been one of our strong points this season. We shouldn’t think too much about what’s being said outside, but only about what we can control. If we do that, we will be fine.”
Gabbia said, on behalf of the dressing room, that you want Allegri to stay…
“Yes, of course. This season has brought us solidity. The coach said with all the calmness in the world that we need to stay organised.
“He’s good at managing the moments of the season, we are happy with him, and I think it’s been evident this season that we fight and strive for him: today is another match to do so.”
After the three goals conceded against Udinese, a lot of focus will undoubtedly be on the defence this afternoon and Tomori will play a crucial part in protecting the goal. The hope is that the return to the 3-5-2 formation will do most of the job for the players.
